Aberdeen Station Redevelopment – North Pavilion wins National Rail Heritage Award
We are delighted for our client ScotRail after the refurbishment of the North Corner Pavilion received a National Rail Heritage Award at today’s ceremony.
Funding of the extensive refurbishment undertaken to arrest decay of the 100 year old building fabric, upgrade/replace fire escapes and provide of a lift to improve accessibility and ensure the property is “tenant ready” is applauded. The North Pavilion provides a tangible link to the period of time of great rail usage and the days of steam locomotives and grand terminals and is a highly significant piece of Architecture within the context of Scotland’s 3rd largest city.
Austin-Smith:Lord provided Lead Design Consultant, Architecture, Interior Design and Conservation Services. The North Pavilion formed part of a larger £8m development of the station that included the creation of new facilities for passengers, staff and new configured space for commercial lease.