Weston Williamson + Partners in partnership with local architects GHD Woodhead has completed the detailed design stage of all three stations for Perth’s new airport rail link - Belmont, Forrestfield and Airport Central Station.

This landmark transport project will deliver a new rail service to the eastern suburbs of Perth, increasing transport options between the city and foothills, improving access between the city and Perth Airport and driving future developments in the area. The team is now moving on to final design stage for Airport Central, with the line scheduled to open in 2020. 

At Airport Central Station the aerodynamic roof shape integrates with the Perth Airport Masterplan and sets the path to the next stage of expansion of the Perth International Airport.

At Belmont Station, particular importance has been placed on ensuring that the  development reflects the future high-density nature of the Belmont Masterplan.

In contrast, at Forrestfield Station, the character of the area has inspired the design approach and materials selection: the station will proudly showcase a locally supplied Kimberley stone cladding to the main façade. The variations in the colour of this stone and the integration with the landscape will define the station precinct for years to come.

At all three stations, the roof shape plays a fundamental role in defining the space in and out the building, providing plenty of natural light, improving intuitive way finding and enhancing passengers’ experience.   All the stations will integrate artworks designed by local artists.

The major contract for the Forrestfield-Airport Link project was awarded to Salini Impregilo - NRW Joint Venture (SI-NRW) early in 2016.

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