The design accommodates both the constraint of the height of the existing one-storey Skywalk enclosure and a height limit over the railway lands, which necessitated minimal floor-to-ceiling heights for the mezzanine. The architectural response emphasizes the ceiling’s form, using wood as a sculptural element to convey the movement of travel and respond to Metrolinx’s branding requirements. Articulated beams start above the train doors, rise to the waiting lounge ceiling and descend to envelope the mezzanine lounge. The beams extend into the Skywalk to punctuate the station entrance. The use of reconstituted veneer millwork achieves excellent uniformity and quality, using lower grade wood and reducing the project’s environmental impact.
The project contributes to Toronto’s public transit system and reduces vehicular traffic with its convenient, comfortable and environmentally superior option for travelers to reach their destinations, from air to rail to subway. The station also provides a fully accessible connection along Toronto’s PATH pedestrian system. The project is a terminal stop for the UP Express rail line, with the intent of the design being to enhance the passenger experience.