ASTANA RAILWAY STATION
- Location ASTANA, KAZAKHSTAN
- Year 2013
- Design Office TABANLIOGLU ARCHITECTS
- Responsibility CONCEPTUAL DESIGN, VISUALISATION, ANIMATION
- Type TRANSPORT
- Area 110000 m2
- Status BUILT
- Winner / CHICAGO ANTHENAUM INTERNATIONAL ARCHITECTURE AWARDS 2018
- Winner / INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY AWARD 2016 / Public Service
- Winner / WORLD ARCHITECTURE COMMUNITY 27th CIRCLE 2016 / Realized Projects
- Winner / THE PLAN Awards 2014 / Transport Future Category
- Winner / MIPIM AR FUTURE Award / Big Urban Property Award
Astana Railway Station is the major train station in Kazakhstan. The station connects Astana between other city’s in the country and also other countries. The monolithic roof system is an integral part of the structure of the station. The main bearing construction of the lightweight roof is steel; the design refined to optimize strength and stiffness and provides an economical yet durable configuration with good resistance against weather conditions. Three continuous plates are running from one end to other as wavy lines, with intervals between them.
The curved form peaked over the main area that provides eligible conditions for the travelers. Cantilevered roof structure creates a spectacular effect while granting a long protective, but still open air waiting zone, extending to both ends. The multi-layered center provides easy access during transfers, especially when exchanging from one system to another. The underground passage enables smooth access to the metro station.