Lublin Metropolitan Railway Station by Warsaw studio Tremend – AWARDED!!!
Polish architecture achieves another great success on the international stage Tremend – Integrated Intermodal Metropolitan Station in Lublin wins prestigious award at the World Architecture Festival (WAF) competition
Integrated Intermodal Metropolitan Station
Architect: Tremend
Lead architect: Magdalena Federowicz-Boule
Architect’s country: Poland
Client: Lublin Commune
Project completion date: –
Status: Submitted, shortlisted
Project city: Lublin
Project country: Poland
Category: WAF Future Project: Infrastructure
Category sponsor:
WAF Award
WAF Award sponsor
WAF Year: 2019
Located in an industrial and residential district earmarked for revitalization, on the site of a former bus station, unique and modern The Intermodal Station, with its cosy green areas and public spaces, aims to revitalise the area and attract residents, opening up as an extension of the Lublin Park.
The building consists of a two-storey above-ground part, covered with a glass roof, with a direct connection to the passenger car park located on the underground level. Above the building stretches a green roof in the form of a terrace, supported by steel, parametrically shaped columns – an oasis of peace and views for those who seek it. The space between the roofs was used to arrange utility devices.
Inspired by nature and the historical elements of Lublin, the main idea of the infrastructure was to make it self-sufficient and environmentally friendly. Solar panels on the wide roofs of the bus platforms provide energy not only for the building, but also for the city itself. Water tanks collect rainwater, which is then used to irrigate green areas, the roof and green walls inside and outside the building. Specialized concrete on the sidewalks between green areas absorbs toxic chemical compounds from the atmosphere, which, combined with the omnipresent greenery, helps fight pollution and creates a healthy microclimate. The glass orangery maintains the temperature inside, reducing energy consumption.
The centralization of communication is a key factor in interpersonal integration, and by creating places where people can meet and spend time, the project can act as the heart of future gatherings, events and subsequent revitalizations in this area.
Polish Design Wins Prestigious Architectural Competition – “Oscar” for Lublin Intermodal Station
Polish architecture is achieving another great success in the international arena – Integrated Intermodal Metropolitan Station in Lublin has won a prestigious award in the World Architecture Festival (WAF) competition, often called the “Oscars of Architecture.” This project, designed by Tremend studio under the direction of Magdalena Federowicz-Boule, sets a new standard for innovative transport infrastructure, appreciated by the competition jury as an example of combining technology, ecology and functionality in urban space.
Why Is This Victory Important?
The WAF Award is one of the most prestigious awards in the world of architecture, attracting the best projects and teams from all over the world. The Polish success in this competition is of great importance – this distinction not only appreciates the high level of Polish architectural thought, but also promotes Polish cities as innovative and sustainable spaces that can be a model for other countries. The Lublin project won the award in the infrastructure category, which is a great distinction and shows that Poland is among the world leaders in the field of sustainable architecture.
A Project That Inspires
The Metropolitan Station in Lublin was built on the site of a former bus station and serves not only a transport function, but is also becoming a new center of the city’s social and cultural life. Planned as part of a broader revitalization of this part of Lublin, it combines green spaces, modern infrastructure and convenient communication. On two above-ground floors, under a glass roof, there is space for passengers and travelers, and the underground parking lot provides easy access for drivers. One of the most recognizable elements is the green roof – acting as a terrace, which not only provides visual harmony with the surroundings, but is also an oasis of peace and a place for residents to relax.
The project is a perfect example of modern ecological architecture. Solar panels placed on the roof of the bus platforms provide energy to power not only the building itself, but also the surrounding urban areas, which is rare in projects of this type. Rainwater is collected and used to water green areas and power green walls inside and outside the building, and specialist absorbent concretes help to purify the air. All these elements make the Metropolitan Station in Lublin a building that is not only beautiful, but also ecological and self-sufficient, adapted to modern climate requirements.
Centralization and Integration
The Tremend project emphasizes the importance of communication centralization in cities as a key element of social integration. Thanks to spaces where people can meet and spend time, the Metropolitan Station becomes a kind of “heart” of this part of Lublin, offering space for cultural events and meetings of residents. The WAF competition jury noted the unique combination of technology, architecture and ecology that allows this space to function as a centre of social life, which can be an inspiration for other cities around the world.
Architecture of the Future
The victory of a Polish project in such a prestigious competition is a huge step forward for Polish architecture, which, thanks to such projects, is starting to attract attention and recognition around the world. Lublin, as one of the cities in Poland with a rich history and culture, thanks to the Metropolitan Station is becoming not only a friendly place for residents, but also an inspiration for future generations of architects, urban planners and social leaders.
The victory of the Polish project is not only a reason to be proud, but also proof that Polish architecture focuses on sustainable development and innovative solutions in the face of global challenges. Thanks to projects such as the Metropolitan Station in Lublin, Poland can aspire to be one of the leaders in the world’s architecture of the future, offering innovative solutions for cities around the world.
