VGS159

VILNIUS RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX, CENTRAL STATION SQUARE AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL INTERNATIONAL OPEN ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT COMPETITION

EXPLANATORY NOTE

2021 RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX, CENTRAL STATION SQUARE AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL VGS159

CONTENT

PRESENT SITUATION URBAN IDEA ARCHITECTURAL IDEA RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX SOLUTIONS STOTIES SQUARE AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL SOLUTIONS COMPLIANCE WITH UNIVERSAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES SOLUTIONS FOR FLOWS LANDSCAPING DESIGN SOLUTIONS GENERAL INDICATORS OF THE COMPETITION TERRITORY

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URBAN IDEA

Competition Territory

The urban idea of the project connects 4 main objectives: 1. To create an innovatively designed and sustainable mobility center, equally accessible from both sides of the tracks on foot, by non-motorized transport, cars and public transport. 2. To build by modern means the new above-the-tracks structure – green bridge / semantical recreation of the pre-railway hill. This „hanging garden“ will connect both sides of the city, and will be used exclusively by pedestrian and cyclist traffic. At the same time it will humanize the surroundings of the railway infrastructure and will improve its ecological position. 3. To develop the volumetric concept that would make certain that – the buildings are designed to complement the historical context, while perspective buildings (non-detailed in this competition) would finish unfinished or lost urban structures. The chosen way is an evolutionary, as opposed to revolutionary, course of development. (The historical context is acknowledged, especially Vilnius – UNESCO cultural heritage site.) 4. To create a long term strategy, enabling the railway surrounding territory conversion from industrial and infrastructure territory into multi-functional business, service and mobility hub.

Direct and simple links between bus and train platforms have also been of key importance and have formed the access to the terminal building. The bus station has been placed in connection to the terminal building, to allow covered access from one to the other.

Based upon the intentions for the future Stoties Square, we have worked to create a continuous pedestrian-friendly urban space, which could be continued to the south. The landscaped park and the terminal building above is intended as a natural continuation of this urban space.

PRESENT SITUATION

The project site contains Vilnius Railway Station site (between Geležinkelio and Pelesos str.) with the adjacent district and the Station square territory, along with neighboring sites: the Vilnius Bus station, the Old Town and Naujamiestis districts. In the mid 19th century The original terrain before the railway The physical boundary divided the city into two parts - the a railway tracks St. Petersburg – Warsaw were built in Vilnius, separating this part of the city construction north and the south. As a result, the city is not developing into two. On the northern side of the tracks city development accelerated and continues to be with the same intensity, and there are no smooth urban more thorough to this day. The city centre is being developed in the Old Town and Naujamiestis connections between these parts of the city so far. districts. Meanwhile, on the Southern side the pace of growth was slower; the Naujininkai district has a scattered urban footprint, resembling a suburb structure. Dominant morphotypes are - free standing and homestead building typologies (developed in the 19th-20th c.). One of the main issues of the current structure is the lack of functional connections and urban deterioration, that causes Naujininkai social and economical detachment. Transport infrastructure and surrounding buildings are physically and morally outdated (worn). The railway station, public transport and bus station (which is not included in this competition) no longer meet the requirements for modern intermodal stations. Partly in connection with the new Rail Baltica infrastructure project, the regeneration/transformation of Vilnius Central Station Complex becomes an opportunity to create a new identity for Vilnius.

As the urban concept we propose to restore the lost The result of the proposed urban-architectural idea. terrain, this way restoring the connection between the northern and southern parts of the city.

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South square acts as an important distribution node Historic Šv. Stepono street is restored and a pedestrian / non-engine-driven connection between Šv. Stepono and Dzūkų streets is created

Northern part View from the platforms to Naujininkai center At the Northern part along Geležinkelio str., scale of proposed development progress from the smallest one near Stoties Square towards the biggest one at the viaduct of Švitrigailos str. Naujininkai centre We propose to restore the historic Šv. Stepono street and create a pedestrian / non-engine-driven connection between Šv. Stepono and Dzūkų streets. New public space is formed between a Another essential objective was to create enabling centre of Naujininkai. Solutions developed newly created link and a historic 19th century locomotive building. for the Railway station quarter and its southern access areas addresses the exclusion of 19th century locomotive repair workshop building is preserved and converted into a Naujininkai neighbourhood from the central part of the city. Proposed territory concept serves contemporary culture and entertainment hub. It’s central core is opened up to let the natural light as buffer zone, protecting the residential neigbourhood against the noise and pollution coming come inside the building. Building serves as a link for pedestrians and bicycles to be able to from the railway. Our proposed 3 -5 floor perimetric business and commercial morphotype reach a newly formed bridge. on the upper floors, disolves into continous vibrant public space on the ground floor. Starting from a newly designed Naujininkai square it invites a visitor to freely move alongside the railway, offering a diverse experience - from semi-closed inside courtyards to a more open areas with railway panoramas. New district increases integrity and shapes the structure of the neighbourhood’s development boundaries.

Another essential element is the newly designed Naujininkai square, fusing with the concourse level above the tracks, interconnecting the green bridge with the newly formed Naujininkai centre GSPublisherVersion 0.6.100.100 GSPublisherVersion 0.6.100.100 and serving as an southern entrance point to the new Railway Station. Different levels allowed to create an amphitheatre like public space, that would be able to hold occasional public events.

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ARCHITECTURAL IDEA

Railway Station Complex, Stoties Square and PT Terminal

The architectural composition of the Railway station complex is based on the contextual or The Station building is restored keeping the valuable architectural details and recreating some nuance principles. The new above-the-tracks structure complements the historical station of the lost ones, as well as implementing new architectural features, that would improve its building, rather than clashes with it. function and aesthetics. New elements will complement the historical building, crafting an exquisite character, that would become recognizable and iconic in the international context. The The new terminal building is complementing the historical building by not overruling it with the rest of the station and public transport terminal functions are designed on the underground level: dynamic shape, rather using it’s proportions and contextually blending in. The given surrounding integrated in the landscape in a way that doesn‘t collide with the architectural composition of the environment is the main inspiration for creating new: the symmetry and the clear axis of the main building. existing station building dictated the concept of the continuation of the center line and the width proportion of the station. The fairly simple new terminal volume is sitting on a green hill that The layout of the Station square has been transformed several times historically. The main organically stretches out over the tracks. reason for that was the ongoing suggestions to route different kinds of public transport and the development level of transport of the time. The architectural-urban character has also The shape of the roof consists of 17 equal modular elements that are repeating the existing been changing, but one of its’ aspects remained untouched since 1853-1862, when the station station’s pitched roof angles. This design aspect takes it’s cues from ’s natural heritage. was first built. It is the central composition. The shape was developing, but it was always Inspired by the Lithuanian folklore (hanging straw gardens) and forest, the iconic terminal shaped around the central symmetry axis. Station street built along this axis still serves as a building is formed with a visible timber structure. Clearly visible to guests arriving by train, this main compositional axis to this day. Having analyzed the territories’ history we have chosen structure motif signals the importance of the natural environment to the Lithuanian nation. The an evolutionary advancement strategy (as it was mentioned before). The compositional axis new terminal building and landscaped park across the railway, connects the north to south, and remains as it is now – the Station street. However, the aforementioned street is pedestrianized. provids a natural link from the south to the downtown. While the roof is designed as the heaviest part and integrated with the caring structure of the terminal building, the facades are created as open as possible, so that it could provide the maximum overview of the area - train tracks, green link, cityscape and creates strong visual and functional bonds with the environment.

The new terminal building is complementing the The inspiration for the architectural expression is historical building, by not overruling it with the shape, coming from the analysis of given surroundings. The rather using it’s proportions and contextually blending in. shape of the roof is a modular element that is repeating the existing station’s pitched roof angles.

The folded roof structure is inspired by traditional Open facades allows for the maximum overview of the Lithuanian hanging straw gardens area - train tracks, green link, cityscapes

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RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX SOLUTIONS The generous waiting hall is kept semi-heated, to reduce energy consumption, so most of the café areas are placed as enclosed boxes within this spacious room, as are ticket offices. Functional arrangement of the buildings under design and redevelopment There are designated enclosed areas for Rail Baltica passengers and Business lounge. The concourse level extends to the outside Green link. The extended long terminal roof canopy The new Railway station complex is comprised of the historical building and the new wing. is providing a covered and sheltered outside waiting areas. The space is created as a wild park Another essential element is the newly designed Naujininkai square, fusing with the concourse that is inspiring and accommodating different activities, such as picnic, playground, sunbathing, level above the tracks, as well as an underground structure, the expanded system that connects gathering, events, train spotting. It is tightly connected to the South square from Pesėsos str. the railway and bus station buildings, along with the public and private transport functions and side. It is an important node of different flows, where the easy accessibility and the attractive pedestrian routes. The Station square is transformed into a representative, multi-functional public space marking the entrance from the South, were the main goals. space as a “New city gate”. It becomes the centre of the complex, branching out to all the other The platforms are accommodated with seating places under full length canopies with photo- functions: the railway station, the public transport terminal, the bus station, underground car and voltaic solar cells on the roofs and with enclosed waiting areas protecting from the wind and bicycle parking and a scooter charging station. precipitation, that are made of glass allowing the full overview of the tracks. The underground tunnel is kept and extended to facilitate the new platforms and the terminal. Interior layout of the existing station part: The Border control functions are connected to tunnel and placed on this level under the meeting The main entrance hall interior is restored and supplemented by new elements: ticket terminals center with direct access to the concourse level. and waiting areas. This hall is the main space for passenger circulation. On the ground floor, alongside the main functions , there is also a restaurant, that has entrances from the outside – directly through the outdoor terrace, inviting not only passengers but also the general public. Concourse level and Green link The layout of the historical buildings upper levels contains all the required functions and meets the international standards. The main administrative functions like - personnel rooms, offices and ect together with co- working spaces, event spaces are placed in the existing station building allowing to use the new terminal part as more open and flexible for future changes. The LTG LINK management offices are planed to be in the building next to the station on the east side, marked nr.15 on the masterplan drawing. 2nd floor The load bearing walls and other valuable features are preserved. In the central part, a section of non-valuable construction is demolished to open up the central space visually and connect the interior of old building with the new wing. On the concourse level of the new terminal a balcony is extended to the old station building. 1st floor This space provides an exciting interior panorama overlooking all the way to the main entrance hall. In the southern part of the building the wooden ceiling structure is exposed, this motive is interpreted in the ceiling construction of the new wing.

Ground floor and platforms

Section through the Railway station and terminal

Interior layout of the new terminal part: The size of the new terminal is based on 30000 travelers per day, meaning that the sufficient and comfortable size is around 15000 m2. The main functions are divided between the new terminal part and the existing building. -1 floor, PTT, Car and bicycle parking While organizing the space and the functional layout of the new terminal and upgrading the existing station, the main objectives were easy and comfortable flow of the users and the flexibility of the space. The simple rectangular shape allows for intuitive orientation in the space and natural flow of the users. Railway Station Complex and PTT New terminal concourse floor is mainly open plan with sheltered cozy pockets for waiting with functional relation Green connection different seating arrangements: typical waiting areas, lounge seating, quite reading, silent retreat Vertical connections boxes, co-working, relaxing, train spotting, playground spaces. Waiting areas are combined Waiting areas (business and Rail Baltica lounge included) with retail, cafes, cafe-cinema, diners, kiosks and info centers. The waiting spaces are multi- Travel service - tickets, info, baggage storage functional, easy to change and upgrade for eventsif necessary. The ticket machines and info Border control services are placed on each end of the concourse level and in the main hall of the existing Commercial, retail and cultural (galleries) Catering station. WC The central space of the concourse is kept clear from the functions and activities, where the Car and bicycle parking Storage and techn. main “fast” circulation is happening. Office, co-working 10 11 PTT VILNIUS RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX, CENTRAL STATION SQUARE VILNIUS RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX, CENTRAL STATION SQUARE AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL VGS159 AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL VGS159

Movement of different types of Railway Station travelers and the distribution of their flows

The main entrance through the main door of the historical building is designed as the most convenient. In order to preserve the valuable existing stair structure, entrances for disabled are located on the western wing, by the new panoramic elevators. Pedestrians, coming to the station from the Naujininkai side, enter through the new terminal. Arrivals from the city centre and the bus station have the convenient entrance from the lower level (the underground level integrated in the landscape). The lower level is created in such a way as to capture as much sunlight as possible from the northern entrance from the public transport terminal, as well as additional skylights. The landscaping features make it part of the park. Along the passage on the lower level, commercial and service spaces are designed. Moving forward, stairs, elevators and escalators lead to the upper levels, where the main building functions are located.

The main vertical link of the existing station and the new terminal are the newly placed escalators in the central hall and the stairs on the sides with elevators. The new terminal building is designed as a concourse solution, raised up above the railway, linking the north with the south and providing easy access from both sides. Its functional layout is kept simple and clear. Passengers circulate centrally through the grand waiting room, where seats are provided on the eastern side, from which direction international trains will arrive. Escalators down to the platform are also on this side. Ticket barriers and border controls could be integrated here, should it be necessary. The stairs and the elevators are going down to the underground level which gives an opportunity to access the platforms and concourse straight from public transport terminal (PTT). The Green link stretching over the tracks is providing several options for the non-motor transport Terminal building interior users to cross over to the other side. From the North side: • The Flat stairs over the existing station roof on the western side of the building. Where the Materiality of the buildings under design and redevelopment person takes the bike up along side the stairs on the metal track. • The panoramic elevators New station terminal • Ramp system including Northern part of the urban development and connecting to the Green The palette of materials is kept relatively simple, so that the architectural focus is centered on link. Non interrupted journey with the bike. the building’s structural form. Roof cladding is in light aluminum, as are the closed partitions of From the South side: the glass façade. The concourse superstructure is of polished concrete, and the outdoor finish • The gentle slope is formed to allow the easy access for pedestrians, HC and bikes. of the cores is also concrete. Inside the concourse hall, channel glass cladding on the cores, and large timber planks ceiling bring a warmth into the building.

Terminal roof Elevators core finish Terminal floor finish

NAUJININKAI Timber structures Channel glass U shape Polished light concrete Existing station building Natural materials are used for the historical building reconstruction. Exterior walls are plastered Ground floor and painted. Some detailing is reconstructed based on historical drawings. New elements are created using modern materials and technology. Painted steel windows are similar to the original DOWNTOWN segmentation, such that define the buildings character as a piece of railway infrastructure. Roofing material is changed to zinc cladding. The whole reconstruction capacity will be coordinated with historical, polychromic and other analysis‘ results.

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The use of essential green (sustainable) solutions Essential structural solutions for the buildings under design and redevelopment

This project focuses on a low transmittance thermal envelope, in combination with a mechanical Fourteen large vertical cores with cavities for lifts and staircases are the overall main stabilizing controlled heat gain by blinds in the glass façade. The façade is designed with a vertical frame system for the platform, concourse deck and the roof structures above. The cores carry system, that angles the glass away from the southern sun and thereby shading the building from horizontal and vertical loads to the foundations. The cores will be executed as in situ reinforced overheating in the summer. The window frames also supply the mechanical ventilation system concrete. These are supplemented by composite columns - steel columns filled will concrete, with mechanical controlled natural ventilation. This is done by high and low ventilation grates, that help to carry the vertical load of the concourse. The structure above the concourse level and that allows for thermal convection. the roof construction is in wood All materials are chosen with a long life span and with a low emittance of unhealthy compounds. The concourse deck is designed as a concrete slab supported by a steel grid with beams All relevant surfaces are designed for easy maintenance and cleaning. The floor is polished spanning up to 20 meters to carry the live load. concrete, that is durable, does not appear dirty, even when they are, easy to clean and supplies This glass façade is supported for horizontal wind loads by steel columns. the heat system, as a large thermal mass, that evens out rapid changes in temperature. Also, the materials are evaluated by how much they pollute in production and transport. The roof structure is formed in the shape of old station roof with a main and a secondary wood This makes wood an excellent choice for the structure above the concourse level and roof structure. The roof structure is designed to carry its own weight as well as wind and snow loads. construction, all interior wall constructions, the ceiling and most wall surfaces.

Sustainable materials: Natural: Lithuania is a considerable wood producing country, which makes wood a natural choice for the construction above ground. Therefore, the structure above the concourse level and the roof construction is in wood. Also, the surfaces of the ceiling is clad in large wood panels. The floors in the offices and café may be natural wood planks. Durability: Also, the durability of materials is a large contributor to the pollution, because the derived use of energy and materials outweighs the energy use in the building lifetime. Therefore, the materials must last for a long time. Preferably between 60-120 years. The construction columns and the suspended floor, with the visible underside, is made in concrete. The floor is polished concrete.

Optimized building techniques for durability and flexibility (Design for disassembly): Section through Station terminal Durability by design: The building is essentially a roof with a large overhang, that protects the rest of the building from the weather. This increases the lifespan of the facades and reduces the need for maintenance. Essential safety solutions for the buildings under design and redevelopment Flexibility and design for disassembly: The chances are big, that the functionality of the building will change, in the lifetime of the construction. Also, the mounting of the wooden construction, The proposed design solutions comply with the International requirements and meet the highest the paneling and surfaces are screw mounted instead of glued, welded or cast in place. This also security standards related to the security of railway infrastructure. makes it easier to replace individual construction parts and surface panels. Finally, it also makes The secure and convenient track crossings for service personnel are placed on each end of it easier to change the building or even disassemble the wooden structure and use it elsewhere. the tracks and the access for special transport (fire brigade, maintenance machinery, etc.) is Preferably the concrete is also pre-cast and screw mounted. available on the site. Maintenance: There is a plan for maintenance, to reduce the future running costs. This involves topics like avoiding narrow gaps and corners to increase the ease of washing the floors. Large floor mats at the entrances, also to avoid the need for washing the floors. The windows with wide sills are designed for external access for easier cleaning.

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STATION SQUARE AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL SOLUTIONS The buildings’ auxiliary rooms for storage and service are on the underground level. The pavilion is designed in accordance with the historical remains of the building foundation, that could be exhibited after archeological investigation. Functional arrangement of the buildings under design and redevelopment, public spaces and On the opposite side of the squares’ compositional axis (Station street) there are steps Transport flow and parking solutions. connecting the PTT level to the square. They are also on the grounds of the archeological site. It is proposed to integrate these stairs to the archeological findings after a closer investigation. The whole transport scheme is reimagined to adhere to the Detail plan. The main transport route That would allow to observe progression (evolution) of the station square, the ruins would be is directed to Seinų/Šopeno str. and Sodų street, while Geležinkelio street becomes a slow traffic visible from different levels. Optimally it could dominate the lower level space in front of the zone, which prioritizes pedestrians and cyclists. Here we also have taxi drop-off and Kiss and PTT. It is surrounded by other functions, such as retail and catering, leading to the main Railway Ride zones, all public transport is directed to the new public transport terminal. Station building. The public transport terminal (PTT) is located on the western side in a way that connects with all of the surrounding infrastructure (railway station, underground car and bicycle parking). The obvious choice is to recess the PTT in the landscape so that it evens with the level of the Sodų street and the planned new bus stations’ ground floor level. There is also an aesthetical and ecological advantage to this arrangement – while recessed in to the landscape, the terminal will be practically invisible from most of the park, it will also decrease the noise and air pollution level in the area. There is a possibility to relocate the current retail kiosks to the underground level. Here we also have car rental, car and scooter charging spots and public toilets.

The park is located on the eastern side of the square. The proposal preserves most of the existing trees. Landscape architecture is re-imagined with modern solutions, to be more attractive to citizens and city guests. Landscape is hilled along the main compositional axis (Geležinkelio street), as well as parts of the park, maintaining the original altitudes of the current ground where trees are planted. The design is made accessible to everyone by getting rid of stairs and keeping the incline subtle throughout the area. As a result, most of the existing trees can be preserved. Different areas of the park are suitable for citizens’ needs: children playground, calm / quiet zones, picnic area etc. On the southern side there is a pavilion/café and kiosk. The pavilion has 3 functions: • Cafe with a surrounding outdoor terrace, adjoining with the playground for kids; Next to the main building , the landscaping design turns to harder surfaces, allowing greater • Evacuation stairwell from the underground parking; numbers of people to occupy the area (including events and celebrations). It also opens up • Kiosk administrated by the city’s municipality. the space in front of the station building, allowing greater visibility. Square grass stripes are accompanied by benches and low vegetation. In this area, above the commercial passage, there is a row of skylights. This zone has two main accents: - On the western end – modern stair composition leading to the concourse level and Naujininkai square; - On the eastern end – fountain leveled to the pavement, surrounded by restaurant terrace and calmer rest points. During the winter the fountain would be turned off and walked upon. Perspective building volumes of perimetric building morphotype enclose the station square space.

Transport scheme layout and parking proposal

The entrance to the underground parking is through a ramp in the center of Seinų street. It provides a convenient entrance from all parts of the city. Such solution doesn’t cause any safety issues for the non-vehicular traffic moving along the square perimeter and is the best solution in maintaining a continuous space. The location of the entrance is marked in the detailed plan. The perspective entrance to the adjoining site is proposed from the underground parking. All aforementioned propositions provide safe and rational square functionality. 16 17 VILNIUS RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX, CENTRAL STATION SQUARE VILNIUS RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX, CENTRAL STATION SQUARE AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL VGS159 AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL VGS159

Station square materiality concept and architectural details

Overlying Station square materials are – two types of natural stone, first of which is authentic cobblestone, that has to be preserved and adapted to the pedestrian boulevard. It resembles a “red carpet”, laid from the main entrance of the old station building. The second type of natural stone is a modern paving set to match the original cobblestone.

Pavement in the plaza Original cobble stone and granite

Station square vegetation Most of the old trees are being preserved, along with some new local species and another types of vegetation. There is a considerable amount of soil left above the underground parking, thus larger trees would be able to grow. Modern sculptural arrangement The compositional axis of the station square on the northern point is exaggerated through the sculptural accent. This point is the end of the “unrolled carpet” cover extending from the main entrance of the railway station building. Furthermore it is clearly visible from Sodų and Šopeno streets. This is why it is decided to accentuate this point through a sculptural accent, creating a kind of a city gate. This accent would have to be chosen in a separate competition.

Lighting arrangement Territory is lit in a way that accentuates the character of historical town square. Human scale lighting fixtures are used to create a friendly park atmosphere.

Genius loci and iconicity PTT construction scheme All of the proposals mentioned above will give the Station square with a new and internationally For the ground covering rigid hard surfaces are used , preferably natural stone. For PTT recognizable character and will turn it into a new attraction spot. The offered square evolution station pavilions metal/glass constructions will be used (they dematerialize in the space). The concept will allow to accentuate unique qualities of Vilnius. underground level – monolithic concrete.

Station square sustainable solutions The Station square is designed in a way that meets the highest sustainability standards (BREEAM, LEED etc.) COMPLIANCE TO THE UNIVERSAL DESIGN PRINCIPLES Its conceptual solutions are: - PTT glass structures with integrated photovoltaic panels; - Underground parking CO2 and smoke removal is arranged using the Jet fan system, All of the solutions for competition territory and adjacent sites meet the requirements of the having the air intake from the ramp on the western side and removing it through the open universal design principles. See the examples noted in the text. façade on the PTT side. This optimizes the ventilation system and reduces the engineering infrastructure on the ground in the park. 18 19 VILNIUS RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX, CENTRAL STATION SQUARE VILNIUS RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX, CENTRAL STATION SQUARE AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL VGS159 AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL PROJECT PROPOSAL VGS159

SOLUTIONS FOR FLOWS OF DIFFERENT TRANSPORT MODES, PEDESTRI- LANDSCAPING DESIGN SOLUTIONS ANS AND NON-ENGINE-DRIVEN VEHICLES The green link landscape is planed to be as a pleasant park like environment with a lot of different seating arrangements and possibilities for waiting. The plants are chosen as tall The terminal building derives its shape from the key pedestrian flows, linking the north and south grasses combined with cut grass, forming a natural environment impression. Proposed design allows to create an urban fabric with a segregated flows solution. The lighting concept of the landscape and terminal complex is chosen so that it creates a On both sides of the railway priority is given to pedestrian, cyclist and non-engine-driven pleasant and safe environment during the night time and at the same time accentuates the transport flows. architecture of the Terminal building without blinding the local residents and interfere with train On the north side main transport route is directed to Seinų/Šopeno str. and Sodų street, while traffic. Geležinkelio street together with the Stoties square becomes a slow traffic zone. Here we also have taxi drop-off and Kiss and Ride zones, all public transport is directed to the new public transport terminal. On the south side main transport route is directed towards the semi-underground tunnel, allowing the upper part of the territory serve as a slow traffic residential area with integrated public services. Pennisetum alopecuroides Salvia x sylvestris Miscanthus Hakonechloa macra Miscanthus Sinensis Miscanthus Good bicycle access from both sides and across the site has also been a priority. The quickest sinensis Variegatus way for the cyclist to access the above-rails links is via a slight slope on the south side and via stairs/elevator on the north side. Although a complex ramps system integrated alongside the north border of rails offers a possibility to cross the rails without getting off the bike. Direct and simple links between bus and train platforms have also been of key importance and have formed the access to the terminal building. The bus station has been placed in connection to the terminal building, to allow covered access from one to the other.

Based upon the intentions for the future Stoties Square, we have worked to create a continuous pedestrian-friendly urban space, which could be continued to the south. The landscaped park Greenery examples on the green link and the terminal building above is intended as a natural continuation of this urban space. Wild plants combined with cut grass

Flat stairs that are The south square plays an important comfortable not only for role as a flow distribution node. Here pedestrians, but also for pedestrians and people with bikes The mobility and easy people with bikes. The can take 5 main directions: Continue connections are one of the steps are flat enough the Green link to the Old town, visit main goals of this project, so that person can take the terminal, take a path through so the convenient ramp The chosen bridge the bike along side the Naujininkai passage, or choose the system helps to improve connection is coming Connection under the metal track without any Solar cells are used on the more open path above the tracks on the movement from both from Stepono g. It is an tracks additional effort. platform roofs Naujininkai side. sides of the railway tracks important historical road.

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GENERAL INDICATORS OF THE COMPETITION TERRITORY STATION SQUARE/PARK I. SITE (site Nr. 09, site Nr. 10 part, site Nr. 17, site Nr. 18) Table 1 1. Site area m² 26 205 Name Measurement Amount Remarks 1.1. site Nr. 09 area m² 7 323 RAILWAY STATION COMPLEX (DETAIL LEVEL I) 1.2. site Nr. 10 part area m² 7 253 LITHUANIAN RAILWAYS 1.3. site Nr. 17 part area m² 4 861 I. SITE (site Nr. 02.2 and site Nr. 11) 1.4. site Nr. 18 area m² 6 768 1. Site area m² 10 805 2. Site building intensity koef. 0,03 calculated for site Nr. 10 1.1. site Nr. 02.2 area m² 7 992 8 3. Site building density % calculated for site Nr. 10 1.2. site Nr. 11 area m² 2 813 (600 m²) 2. Building intensity koef. 0,5 calculated for the site Nr. 02.2 II. BUILDINGS 57 PAVILLION/RESTAURANT – NEW CONSTRUCTION 3. Building density % calculated for the site Nr. 02.2 (4 553 m²) 1. Gross area* m² 187 II. BUILDINGS 2. Net area* m² 187 VILNIUS RAILWAY STATION BUILDING - RECONSTRUCTION 3. Building volume* m³ 1 290 1. Gross area* m² 8 866 4. Number of levels vnt. 1 1.1. above ground m² 4 063 5. Building hheight* m 5,00 abs. alt. 141,05 1.2. underground m² 4 803 UNDERGROUND PARKING – NEW CONSTRUCTION 2. Net area* m² 8 495 1. Gross area* m² 13 835 2.1. above ground m² 4 063 2. Net area* m² 13 258 2.2. underground m² 4 432 3. Volume* m³ 41 200 3. Building volume* m³ 69 801 4. Number of levels vnt. -2 2 underground levels

4. Number of levels pc. 3 + loft 5. Parking space count vnt. 281 5. Building height* m 22,90 abs. alt. 169,90 NEW RAILWAY TEMINAL 6. Bicycle space count vnt. 624 I. SITE (site Nr. 02.3, site Nr. 02.5) PTT TERMINAL 1. Site area m² 22 914 I. SITE (site Nr. 10 part, site Nr. 19) 1.1. site Nr. 02.3 area m² 19 531 1. Site area m² 8 861 1.2. site Nr. 02.5 area m² 3 383 1.1. site Nr. 10 part area m² 6 309 2. Building intensity koef. 0,3 1.2. site Nr. 17 part area m² 970 40 1.3. site Nr. 19 area m² 1 582 3. Building density % platforms are not added to the 2. Site building intensity koef. - (9070 m²) building density 15 II. BUILDINGS 3. Site building density % calculated for site Nr. 10 RAILWAY TERMINAL – NEW CONSTRUCTION (963 m²) 1. Gross area* m² 8300 II. BUILDINGS 1.1. above ground m² 6 220 PUBLIC TRANSPORT TERMINAL – NEW CONSTRUCTION 1.2. underground m² 2080 1. Gross area* m² 3 063 2. Net area* m² 8300 1.1. above ground m² 963 3. Building volume* m³ 87 822 1.2. underground m² 2 100 4. Number of levels vnt. 2 2. Net area* m² 426 5. Building height* m 22,90 abs. alt. 169,90 3. Volume* m³ 10 320 PLATFORMS – NEW CONSTRUCTION (not included in the site index) 3.1. above ground m³ 2 640 1. Building area m² 27 781 3.2. underground m³ 7 680 4. Number of levels vnt. 1 5. Building height* m 5

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NAUJININKAI CENTRE (DETAIL LEVEL II) ZONES: 03.1, 03.2, 03.3, 03.4, 04 ZONE 0.5 I. SITE I. SITE 1. Site area m² 1. Site area m² 1.1. Site Nr. 03.1 area m² 5392 1.1. Site nr. 0.5 area m² 14466 1.2. Site Nr. 03.2 area m² 12717 2. Building intensity coeff. 1.57 1.3. Site Nr. 03.3 area m² 13664 3. Building density % 40 (5665 m²) 1.4. Site Nr. 03.4 area m² 4081 II. BUILDINGS 1.5. Site Nr. 04 area m² 5326 1. Gross area* m² 22742 2. Building intensity Coeff. 2.8 2. Maximum number of levels units 5 3. Building density % 62 (25395 m²) 3. Maximum building height* m 172 abs. Alt. II. BUILDINGS 1. Gross area* m² 115 245 RAILWAY STATION QUARTER AND ITS ACCESS AREAS (DETAIL LEVEL III) 2. Maximum number of levels Units 10 ZONES: 0.1, 02.1 3. Maximum building height* m 180 abs. Alt. I. SITE ZONE 0.6 1. Site area m² I. SITE 1.1. Site nr. 0.1 area m² 7240 1. Site area m² 1.2. Site nr. 02.1 area m² 5003 1.1. Site nr. 0.6 area m² 4583 2. Building intensity coeff. 1.26 Incl. Existing LTG office building 2. Sklypo užstatymo intensyvumas Coeff. 2.47 3. Building density % 42 (5160 m²) Incl. Existing LTG office building 3. Sklypo užstatymo tankis % 65 (3000 m²) II. BUILDINGS II. BUILDINGS 1. Gross area* m² 15425 Incl. Existing LTG office building 1. Gross area* m² 11305 2. Maximum number of levels units 4 2. Maximum number of levels Units 7 3. Maximum building height* m 160 abs. Alt. 3. Maximum building height* m 165 abs. Alt. ZONE 02.4 I. SITE 1. Site area m² 1.1. Site nr. 02.4 area m² 2768 2. Building intensity coeff. 1.57 3. Building density % 37 (1028 m²) II. BUILDINGS 1. Gross area* m² 4355 2. Maximum number of levels Units 5 3. Maximum building height* m 167 abs. Alt.

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