Old Oak Common Station Design

February 2019 2 3 Network map Introduction New station (Phase One) (HS2) is the new high speed railway for Britain, New station (Phase 2b) linking London, the Midlands and the North of . Helping Destinations served by HS2 to bridge the north and the south of the country, the railway will services on existing network help to deliver a more productive economy, making it faster and easier to travel for work and leisure. HS2 Line (Phase One) Old Oak Common Station is one of four new stations to be built HS2 Line (Phase 2a) as part of the Phase One section of the high speed railway. It HS2 Line (Phase 2b) will take only nine minutes to London Euston and 38 minutes to HS2 services on existing Birmingham Curzon Street. network

Old Oak Common Station The station will create new public Old Oak Common Station will be built open spaces, incorporating passenger on the current and retail facilities, providing an depot site in North . It exceptional customer experience for will be one of the biggest stations to all visitors to the station, as well as be built in the UK. The station will sit the local area. between Euston to the east, and the Colne Valley to the west. Who is WSP? WSP is one of the world’s leading The HS2 Old Oak Common Station engineering professional services will provide a world-class interchange. consulting firms. Since 2012, It will have six underground platforms WSP has been HS2’s consultant for HS2 which will be 13 metres below for the development of railway ground, and will also include a new systems, operations, maintenance, conventional rail station at ground construction planning and land level providing interchange with the WSP has partnered with WilkinsonEyre, one of the world’s leading referencing services for Phases One Elizabeth Line. architectural practices with a portfolio of national and international award- and Two, and is currently developing winning projects. Since its beginnings in 1983, the practice has built a 1 the design of the new HS2 Old Oak portfolio of bold, beautiful, intelligent architecture in a diverse variety of Common and Curzon Street stations. sectors, including Guangzhou International Finance Center, Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay, and the acclaimed temporary structure of the London 2012 Olympic Games Basketball Arena. 4 5

Approx. line of the HS2 Tunnel (below ground) Depot HS2 platforms (below ground)

Old Oak Common Lane

ingham To Birm To London Euston

Proposed station site boundary Wells House Road

Conventional rail platforms (ground level)

Wormwood Scrubs

Aerial view of the proposed Old Oak Common Station 6 7 The consents process

We are designing all aspects of the station. This includes the station building, the platforms, the public spaces which will surround it, and Oak and Development Corporation Local Plan The Old Oak and Park Royal area is identified as one of the largest any structures which will support the running and maintenance of redevelopment sites in the UK, and the new Old Oak Common the station. Station sits within this area (in Old Oak South). Old Oak Common Station has the capacity to enable connections across the area, We are working to ensure that the station seamlessly integrates with linking , Old Oak South, Old Oak North and and enhances its local surroundings, acting as a catalyst for growth much further beyond. in the area. In particular, the new station aims to act as a gateway for Old Oak, which is a key part of the work being taken forward by the Further details on the OPDC Masterplan can be found on their website at: www.london.gov.uk/opdc Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation (OPDC).

Schedule 17 Application What is the consents process Working together What is the timeline for the The High Speed Rail (London to West covering? We are working closely with OPDC Schedule 17 process? Midlands) Act received Royal Assent A Schedule 17 application will not and other organisations to develop We are expecting to submit the in February 2017. The Act grants HS2 seek to revisit matters agreed the design. This includes: Schedule 17 application for the powers to construct Phase One of the through the HS2 Act. station design and associated works HS2 network. ··Discussions with Transport for to OPDC in Spring 2019. The aspects of the station which are London and Network Rail to ensure The Act granted deemed planning grounds for OPDC’s consideration that the station integrates with Further information for Schedule permission for Old Oak Common include the design or external existing and proposed new means 17 approvals can be found in the Station and associated infrastructure. appearance of the building works in of local connectivity. HS2 Information Paper ‘B1: Main This included a baseline design for relation to: Provisions of the Planning Regime’ the station which defined its location, ··Engagement with OPDC and the available online. together with broad design principles ··The preservation of the local Local Boroughs to understand how relating to its scale, structure and environment or local amenity. the station design can support the appearance. local plan. ··Prevention or reduction of effects  This permission requires that certain on road safety or on the free flow of approvals are obtained from Old traffic in the local area. Oak and Park Royal Development ··The preservation of a site of Corporation (OPDC), as the relevant archaeological or historic interest or planning authority, under the nature conservation value. planning regime established by Schedule 17 of the Act. 8 9

Public engagement Public engagement survey We would like to hear your views on this design vision and the objectives The purpose of this public engagement is to understand views on the design which are at the heart of the Old Oak Common Station design. vision and themes of the developing design. In particular, we would like to You can find our questionnaire online at:hs2inoldoak.commonplace.is understand your views on our design objectives around: If you would like to submit a copy of the questionnaire by email or by ··The use of public spaces in and around the station. post, you can find the questionnaire on our website and return it:

··Enabling growth and regeneration in the area. By post: FREEPOST HS2 Community Engagement

··Celebrating local heritage in its designs. By email: [email protected]

··Connecting the local area. Please return the questionnaire by midnight on 3 March 2019. ··Integrating into the wider Old Oak Common area.

Aerial visualisation of the proposed Old Oak Common Station 10 11 Our design vision

As part of the design process, we have developed a vision which Our design vision is underpinned by five key themes: public space, heritage, centres on HS2’s design principles of ‘people’, ‘place’ and ‘time’. local connectivity, regeneration and integration into the wider Old Oak This helps to ensure that the station and associated public spaces Common area. have a strong relationship with the local area and its communities, as well as supporting future aspirations for Old Oak Common. Use of public space Growth and regeneration The land which the station sits on is The station design should take a currently inaccessible to the public. considered approach to future The station designs can help to unlock regeneration and growth in the area, People – Design for everyone to benefit and enjoy this land for public use. These spaces including a potential increase in the For Old Oak Common Station, this means considering not only provide opportunities to become part amount of people using the station. travelling customers, but also people who work at the station, of the local fabric, enable connectivity In line with OPDC’s vision, Old Oak visitors and the wider community. We will provide a range of and encourage future growth. Common Station can become a environments and experiences to give people choice as to how gateway destination. to use the station spaces, taking into account the needs of local Local heritage communities. The station location is steeped Integration into the wider in railway heritage, as well as an Old Oak Common area industrial legacy. There is potential The station designs should help to to draw upon this, and celebrate generate a sense of place, ownership Place – Design for a sense of place this history as part of the developing and identity for the wider Old Oak Old Oak Common Station will act as a catalyst for growth in station designs. Common area. The station has the the local area. It will also be an opportunity to celebrate and potential to become a landmark enhance the transport heritage of Old Oak Common and Local connectivity building which creates this sense of provide high-quality connections to support the development The station should connect physically place. In the longer term, the station of the wider area. with existing and new communities has the potential to connect the in the surrounding area through the area further, for example a link to creation of a network of walking, Wormwood Scrubs Park. cycling, and public transport links. Time – Design to stand the test of time The designs will allow for the station to evolve in line with future growth and demand, with the potential to not only be an interchange, but also a key gateway destination. 12 13 Station design

Station layout Station layout The new station will be accessed via ··The HS2 section of the station Old Oak Common Lane, with a new will include six high speed rail Conventional rail area of public space leading down platforms. As the high speed railway platforms (including Elizabeth Line) towards the station entrance. will be in an underground tunnel Overbridge to access at either side of the station, these conventional rail The station entrance will be platforms will also be below ground, platforms (through ticket gates) approximately 350 metres from Old accessed from the ground floor by Oak Common Lane. escalators and lifts.

The station building consists of three ··The conventional rail side of the main areas: station will include platforms for the Elizabeth Line (Crossrail). These Public concourse ··A public concourse will connect the platforms will be accessed by an HS2 concourse (through ticket gates) HS2 and conventional rail sections overbridge from the first floor Towards Old of the station. This is concourse. Oak Common Lane where most of the customer service, retail space and other HS2 station facilities will be located. platforms This concourse will be split-level (ground floor and first floor).

Roof design Common design elements The station roof has been designed to enhance the open environment of Common design elements refer to those parts of the station which the station. It helps to connect the high speed and the conventional rail are to be replicated across all HS2 stations, providing a consistent and sections of the station. The form of the arches also reduces the need for high-quality experience for the customer. This will include customer columns to support the roof, removing visual clutter for station users and information points and signage, as well as station furniture and materials allowing views across the station which will help customers to orientate to be used. As the station designs progress, we will integrate these into the themselves. developing designs for Old Oak Common Station. 14 15 Old Oak Common Station Visualisations

The view from the public concourse towards the station entrance and the HS2 platform escalators 16 17 Old Oak Common Station Visualisations

Internal view of the station concourse and escaltors to HS2 platforms 18 19 Use of public space

The station site extends beyond the station up to the western edge Future development site It is anticipated the commercial of Old Oak Common Lane. This creates an opportunity to provide An area immediately to the south- development of this site will start west of the proposed station has once the station has been completed. significant new public space for people living and working in the been identified for commercial area as well as station users. We are therefore proposing a series development. During construction, This future development will not of public spaces to suit the needs of different users and to form the this area will be used by the form part of the HS2 works, and approach to the station. contractor for storage and providing will require planning permission temporary site accommodation. from OPDC under normal planning processes. New Station Square New Oak Common A new public square will be created To the west of the station, beyond immediately outside the station the station square, an extensive area entrance. It will provide an arrival of public space will be accessible to space when approaching from Old the public. This part of the design Oak Common Lane, and will adjoin will be developed and submitted to the new passenger drop-off, taxi and OPDC for agreement under Schedule bus interchange. It will include seating 17 at a future date. This space could East-West Route and cycle parking. It could also be the comprise of wildflower meadows, setting for public artwork. wetland habitat and an oak copse. It The new station square will be could be used for temporary activities submitted to OPDC as part of the such as festivals, markets, play spaces Schedule 17 application in Spring and art works. 2019.

East-West Route A new road and cycleway is proposed, New Station Square New Oak Common aligned along the northern edge of the station. When the station opens this will provide access for buses, taxis, drop-off and emergency Future development site vehicles.

Visualisation of the public space 20 21 Getting to and from the station

The new station is designed to be accessible from Old Oak Common Lane. The station will cater for all types of transport, and is designed to encourage travel by walking, cycling and public transport, rather than rely on travel by car.

Highways Vehicle access to the station will be provided by an access road which will run along the northern side of the station site and will connect to Old Oak Common Lane. A combined footway and cycleway will run parallel to this access road. A new junction with traffic lights will be provided on Old Oak Common Lane; this junction will be designed to be convenient for both pedestrians and cyclists.

Transport Interchange A transport interchange will be provided for Old Oak Common Pedestrians Cyclists Public Transport Station on the western side of the Pedestrians arriving from Old Oak Cyclists travelling to the station from The station will be served by six bus station, close to the station entrance. Common Lane will be able to walk Old Oak Common Lane will be able to services. These services will arrive and It will provide facilities for buses, taxis through the open, landscaped public use the East-West footway / cycleway. depart via Old Oak Common Lane. and private vehicles, and blue badge space situated on the west side of In addition, cyclists travelling from Bus services will stop at the new parking. the station, before arriving at the Old Oak Common Lane will be able transport interchange. station entrance. Pedestrians will be to follow a cycle route which will be segregated from vehicle traffic. provided across the open area situated on the west side of the station. Cycle parking will be provided for passengers and staff travelling to the station by bicycle. 22 23 Getting to and from the station

Taxis Accessibility Taxis will be permitted to arrive The station will be inclusive and and depart via Old Oak Common accessible to all, and this principle has Lane. A taxi rank, with pick-up and been integral to the station’s design drop-off provision, will be provided and development. At this design as an integral part of the transport stage, design requirements include: interchange. ··Step free access to all entrances Private Vehicles and exits. Private vehicles (including private hire vehicles) will be permitted access ··Lifts for those with mobility to the station from Old Oak Common impairments. Lane. A “kiss and ride” drop-off and ··Signage to create a legible pick-up area will be provided as environment within the station and part of the transport interchange. through the public spaces. Sketch of the station view from Wells House Road No public car parking will be provided at the station. ··Provision of well-appointed mobility assistance points and equipment. Service Vehicles Service vehicles will be permitted ··Use of communications and access to the station from Old Oak technologies (such as induction Common Lane. Service vehicles will loops). use the East-West access road to access the station’s logistics area, ··Use of smell and texture to assist which is located on the eastern side people with visual impairments of the station. to navigate the station and the public spaces.

Sketch of the Old Oak Common Station transport interchange 24 25 The journey experience

An important goal of the designs is to create a high-quality Station amenities of the main escalators within the experience for all visitors to the station and its public spaces. The station will provide facilities public concourse. The location of In order to meet this standard, our designs have centred on the such as information points, public facilities such as ticketing and left toilets and retail areas. The majority luggage will also be positioned to need for the journey experience to be clear and easy, to provide of these facilities will be located be visible and accessible from these choice and convenience, and allow efficient use of time. on the western side of the station. orientation spaces. The intention is that these spaces will enhance the customer Departure Arrival Welcome Once past the ticket gates, passengers The journey experience starts The public concourse is perhaps the experience and add vibrancy to the station environment. will be able to interchange from the beyond the main station building, most important space in the station ‘paid concourses’ to the platform and we are designing the arrival as it brings together all the elements Orientation areas via suites of escalators or lifts. spaces to ensure a seamless of the station, serving as the main To enable ease of movement for all experience from street to station. welcoming and orientation point for customers, orientation points will customers. The concourse is designed be at key locations within the public to clearly direct customers in one concourses. The main orientation main east-west direction. spaces will be at the top and bottom

Reassurance and clarity Choice and convenience Ease and efficiency

Arriving Arrival Welcome Prepare Orientate Departure

1908 Haymaking, Old Oak Lane. Image reproduced by OPDC (Old Oak and Park Royal Heritage Stategy) 26 27

Environment and sustainability Resilience and sustainability • Climate change resilience and adaptability is being embedded into the planned station through the design, for example through Sustainability is integral to Old Oak Common Station. We are seeking infrastructures for rainwater harvesting, natural and low-carbon to exceed current building performance standards by embedding ventilation, and natural landscaping. HS2 sustainability principles throughout the design. • Flexible open spaces could cater for a variety of community benefits such as parkland spaces, retail and public art. The current brownfield site will be Spreading the benefits transformed into a highly energy Flexible open space will provide new • We are working to integrate best practice noise and visual comfort efficient station that promotes opportunities to transform Old Oak requirements into the building design to allow a healthy internal ideas and innovation to improve Common for the benefit of the local environment. sustainability. We are using the community. The station will provide Building Research Establishment’s space for new shops, entertainment, Environmental Assessment Method trees, parkland and public art. (BREEAM) to demonstrate our commitment to sustainability. Respecting our surroundings The project is on track to achieve We are also working to integrate the exemplar level of BREEAM innovative sound and visual systems Excellent for the station building and into the design. This will increase associated public realm. accessibility, allow a healthy internal environment and minimise noise Standing the test of time from the station. As part of the station designs, climate change resilience and future During construction, our adaptability is being embedded environmental management plans into the station designs. Predicted will ensure noise impacts are increase in rainfall intensity will be mitigated and local air quality is managed through a combination of monitored and managed. methods including the use of swales (broad and vegetated channels 1923 Aerial view of Wells House 1949 Aerial view of the British Road and Old Oak Common Railways Hostel, Engine Shed and designed to store and/or transport Sidings. Carriage Shed at Old Oak Common. water runoff and remove pollutants), Image reproduced by OPDC Image reproduced by OPDC and other infrastructure such as pond (Old Oak and Park Royal Heritage (Old Oak and Park Royal Heritage systems or water courses to control Stategy) Stategy) water run-off. 28 29

Old Oak Common Station What next? To share your feedback, you can find our questionnaire online at: We want your feedback Next steps hs2inoldoak.commonplace.is We are keen to hear your comments We will consider all feedback received or feedback on the design vision and as part of this engagement event, and If you would like to submit a copy of the questionnaire by email or by underpinning objectives for Old Oak we will prepare a feedback report post, you can find the questionnaire on our website and return it: Common Station. Our questionnaire to help inform our Schedule 17 By post: FREEPOST HS2 Community Engagement focuses on: submission. By email: [email protected] ··The proposals for public space. We will continue to develop the design to inform the Schedule 17 submission Please return the questionnaire by midnight on 3 March 2019 ·How the station can play a role in · in Spring 2019. This will then be the regeneration of the local area. followed by a period of detailed design If you have any other comment or question about HS2, please contact: ··How the station can celebrate local before and during the construction [email protected] stage. As the design progresses, we will heritage. 24/7 freephone helpline: 08081 434 434 continue to engage with stakeholders ··Integrating local transport and keep the local communities Minicom service: 08081 456 472 networks. informed of updates.

··How the station can connect and integrate the local area. Timescales 2019 You can provide feedback through our online or hard copy questionnaire, the details are shown Winter Spring Summer overleaf. Public launch of station design Feedback from events Please provide all comment by midnight on 3 March 2019.

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Public engagement Schedule 17 events submission Old Oak Common Station is planned to open to the public in 2026. 30 31 Keeping you informed

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