Sydney Metro Martin Place serves as the primary station for the new Metro trains network. The underground Metro station is split between the North and South platforms and linked together by a variety of connections at both the ground plane and deep within the basement levels. One of these connections includes a 70-meter-long (~230-ft) pedestrian link tunnel, which was initially constructed as a services link.
The lighting concept proposed two layers of light, paired with a series of audio soundscapes, providing an immersive experience through the space. The lower layer includes a subtle white “carpet” of light to satisfy the technical requirements of the corridor, while the second layer transforms the upper cylindrical form of the tunnel into a dynamic light canvas. Two bench elements allow for the concealment of continuous linear LED projectors to create a succinct layer of light to the floor plane. Above, two mirrored side “booms” conceal the dynamic lighting systems while a central boom carries the essential services. The combination of light, color, sound, and interactivity create an escape from the bustle of the adjacent platforms by providing a space of wonder, imagination, and art.
