“Intervention is a process that transforms a building, the new and the old become intertwined and completely dependent upon each other.”

GRAEME BROOKER

 

The character of the existing building has been preserved by retaining the distinctive elements. The original entrance has been re-opened, allowing for a view straight through the building to the main activity space. The Station Master's House upper floor has been removed to allow natural light to reach the ground floor artist's studio and workshop. Existing windows to the south have been reinstated to light the circulation route, which has been opened up to allow a full circuit of the main rooms.

 

The new extension is a multi-purpose, flexible space for use as a cinema, extended cafe, or studio for classes.

 

The gallery is ramped to accommodate raising the platform to meet current trains, creating a relationship between inside and out. The gallery is a flexible space with walls which can be moved and repositioned.

The signal tower has been converted into a studio apartment, not only to house the artist in residence but also to be let out to the public. This will allow for another flow of income to help sustain the rest of the station buildings.