All around the world, Dubai is popularly known for majestic skyscrapers, luxurious lifestyles, and state-of-the-art infrastructure. Now, it’s taking public transport to another level by putting yet another world record to its name, the tallest-ever metro station. With a height of 74 meters (about 25 stories), this stunning Dubai Metro Station will make its mark in the future of both transport and architecture in the city.
Fun Facts About the New Dubai Metro Station
Here are seven captivating Dubai Metro facts you need to know about this masterpiece!
The World’s Highest Metro Station
At 74 meters in the air, the next station of the Dubai Metro becomes the highest metro station in the world. For perspective, it’s taller than most other skyscrapers in many cities. All who have had the chance to witness the skyline of Dubai would surely have added this new station to the existing list of marvels. The Dubai metro station would become a huge landmark achievement in urban transit systems and would actually change the pattern of infrastructure growth in the city.
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Designed by Legends: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is the firm that designed the world’s highest metro station. This firm has a stellar reputation for innovative design. With almost 100 years to its name, SOM has built iconic towers like the Burj Khalifa and One World Trade Center over its long lifetime. Considering all that, we can expect something brilliant for this new Dubai Metro Station.
This metro station in Dubai features futuristic lines and cutting-edge materials in SOM’s design for the station. Definitely “otherworldly” in that it will be stepping into a design-out world that aligns form and function most spectacularly.
Cathedral of Light
What gives this a further shine, this Dubai Metro Station is the design envisaged to bring in sunshaft of natural light into creating a warm, open, and airy experience. Glass ceilings strongly allow sunlight to pour into the interior. Creating an ambience away from typical models of a metro station. This station stands open, seeming spacious and inviting, in stark contrast to the more enclosed Red and Green Line stations.
Especially for futuristic design, now it looks somewhat like an oval bead set inside an arch, and indeed, like a luxury transport hub of tomorrow. Whether you are waiting for your ride or just passing by. The station will make you feel like a cathedral of sunlight, softly and brightly awaiting reflection, before you continue your journey.
Green Certification for the Station
Dubai is not only building a metro station in the modern style but also innovating with sustainable futures. The new metro extension will be the first metro project in Dubai, striving for Platinum green certification. The highest level of sustainability possible for construction projects is offered by such a certification, while certifying that energy-efficient materials. Thoughtful design, and eco-friendly practices are used during construction and all the processes surrounding it.
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Micro City with All Amenities
What makes this Dubai Metro Station different from other stations around the world is that it is not just a halt on the line — it is a micro-ecosystem in itself. Amenities will be present at the station itself to complete the experience of commuting. From electric vehicle (EV) charging points to bike and e-scooter docks, everything has been designed to promote a sustainable, efficient lifestyle.
Built for the People
Massive 11,000 square meters in size, this is the world’s highest metro station in terms of carrying lots of people. Initially, the station would be serving around 70,000 passengers daily, but it is anticipated that, by 2040, it will be handling a whopping 160,000 daily riders. Almost the entire population of a small country!
With the rapid urban growth and population surge in Dubai, this is one station that would provide some relief from traffic gridlock and haul commuters to their final destinations, offering comfort and a smooth ride. This station, which is part of the larger Dubai public transport network. Will eventually link up with the other major nodes in the city. Thereby forming an integral part of the future of public transport.
A Game-Changer in Metro Infrastructure
The world’s tallest metro station will be part of the blue line, which will be about 30km connecting several prime areas of the city. Such as Academic City, Silicon Oasis, Ras Al Khor, and Festival City. This new line will reduce traffic by as much as 20%. Providing a more time-efficient and convenient travel experience across Dubai.
The Blue Line also has a 1.3-kilometer-long bridge over Dubai. Creek and offers glorious views of the urban skyline as commuters enjoy the ride over water. This new line will alleviate the current stress on the road network in the city. And the new metro developments Dubai are set to change the way people commute around the city.
Conclusion
If one is taking the Blue Line across town or just passing through. That new Dubai metro station will be an unbeatable landmark that generations will look at. A whole new chapter in Dubai infrastructure news is being written, and who knows. But try to remember to swipe your Nol card for a lifetime ride!
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