Liverpool South Parkway
Design
The site posed many challenges– including the requirement to link two new rail platforms whilst allowing space for five bus stands, car parks, taxis and pedestrians. The internal form was designed to direct users to their destination, each element flowing into another so that there is no distinction between bus and rail areas. The curvaceous form of the building evokes a sense of movement, curving several planes and creating complex shapes. This helps to regulate the external mass of the interchange, achieving more intimacy and a less intimidating scale.
“a seamless link between different modes of transport within a single building, projecting an iconic image which promotes use of the public transport network and informs the world that Liverpool leads the way in modern design and the creation of safe, efficient and attractive environments.”
Tom Rhys Jones, Managing Director, Jefferson Sheard
Build
Liverpool South Parkway incorporates sustainable elements into the fabric of the building. Features include a system of rainwater harvesting, a roof constructed using 2.3 tonnes of recycled aluminium, a geo thermal heating system which obtains up to 60% of the energy needed to heat the building from the ground beneath it. The use of waste blast furnace slag instead of cement, saved 310 tonnes of Carbon Dioxide as compared to the production of ordinary cement.
“What a wonderful facility Liverpool South Parkway is for the people of Liverpool and beyond. It's fantastic to see facilities such as this...it's an impressive example of how it should be done.”
Gillian Merron, Former Transport Minster
In-use
The project exemplifies sustainable design and product specification. The eco-friendly futuristic interchange has transformed public transport in South Liverpool, providing a quality public transport hub for local communities and fast and efficient links for the wider region and Europe. By including travel safe concepts through design, the project includes CCTV, high visibility and lighting levels. We’re really pleased that the building has been recognised by a whole host of awards including a commendation in the Civic Trust Awards and a Network Rail Award for innovation.