Drew Buckmaster, Sydney Metro (LANDSCAPE 2025)

The new Sydney Metro stations embody a striking evolution in urban design, defined by clean lines, grand scale, and a tactile modernity. Architectural textures range from sleek glass facades to warm timber cladding and raw concrete, creating a balanced palette that feels both contemporary and grounded. Generous spatial volumes, high ceilings, and expansive platforms enhance the sense of scale, evoking civic grandeur while maintaining commuter efficiency. Integrated lighting and sculptural detailing contribute to a futuristic ambiance, while open concourses foster connection and movement. These stations are not just transit hubs—they are public spaces that reflect Sydney’s ambition for a world-class, design-forward transport network, seamlessly merging infrastructure with the aesthetic demands of a modern global city.

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