Bell to Moreland Level Crossing Removal Project | Wood Marsh Architecture

Bell to Moreland Level Crossing Removal Project | Wood Marsh Architecture | Photographer: Peter Clarke

2023 National Architecture Awards Program

Bell to Moreland Level Crossing Removal Project | Wood Marsh Architecture

Traditional Land Owners

Wurundjeri

Year
2023
Chapter

Victorian

Category
Public Architecture
The Dimity Reed Melbourne Prize (VIC)
Urban Design
Builder
John Holland Group
Photographer
Peter Clarke
Media summary

Coburg and Moreland Stations form part of the Bell to Moreland Level Crossing Removal Project as spaces for the community. The civic architectural response celebrates the history of railways whilst improving infrastructure and amenities to better serve the local neighbourhood.

Coburg Station references the formal language of classical architecture with friezes, architrave details, and a hexagonal relief that animates the exterior. Its grand arched windows and spacious concourse impart a civic architectural tone. At Moreland Station a grand staircase on either side of the tracks seamlessly floats above a terracotta-panelled base. An orange colour scheme is employed at both stations as a playful form of identity and placemaking.

The elevated skyrail allows the introduction of added public spaces, recreation facilities, and parkland. These stations serve as unique, dynamic hubs that link the local community to greater Melbourne by providing safe and equitable access.

2023
Victorian Architecture Awards Accolades
Commendation for Public Architecture
Commendation for Urban Design
Shortlist – Public Architecture
Shortlist – Urban Design
Project Practice Team

Andrew Pope, Graduate of Architecture
Armin Voelske, Graduate of Architecture
Emma Seaton, Graduate of Architecture
Guat Sin Toh, Graduate of Architecture
Jesse Gould, Project Architect
Kim Yew Lee, Design Architect
Mary Spyropoulos, Graduate of Architecture
Matilda Parolini, Graduate of Architecture
Roger Wood, Design Architect
Sida Feng, Graduate of Architecture
Woody Shmith, Graduate of Architecture

Project Consultant and Construction Team

KBR, ESD Consultant
KBR, Services Consultant
KBR, Structural Engineer
Philip Chun, Building Surveyor
Safya, DDA Consultant
SLR, Acoustic Consultant

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