For over a decade, ENR has celebrated global design and construction excellence and this year examined around 90 submissions, analysing the performance and innovation of each project.
The award highlights the collaborative efforts of Sydney Metro and the Crows Nest Design Consortium (CNDC) in delivering a station that not only meets the needs of passengers today but will also serve generations to come. CNDC consisted of lead consultants SMEC and partners Woods Bagot, Robert Bird Group, Norman Disney Young, and Oculus.
A unique design feature of the station includes the pavers on platform level which were designed with inspiration from historical pavers found at the site during excavation. The geometric pattern reflects the heritage of Crows Nest.
A defining feature of the station is its artwork Ceramic Wall Relief, a series of nine tile collage panels, which frame and embellish the walls in both entrances at the station.
Designed by artist Esther Stewart the colourful artwork references the heritage of the Crows Nest area and the building elements in handmade coloured glazed tiles.
Ceramic Wall Relief bridges both art and design, incorporating functional and decorative elements. The collages’ colours, patterns and motifs celebrate North Sydney’s once booming brick and tile industries and the urban history of artisanal fabrication.
This latest award follows a series of international recognition for Sydney Metro, reinforcing its reputation as a global leader in rail infrastructure design and delivery.
Welcoming around 9700 passengers each weekday, Crows Nest Station is one of six new metro stations, along with new platforms at Central and Sydenham that opened in Sydney’s north and under Sydney’s CBD in August 2024. Passengers can enjoy fast metro rides to Chatswood in 4 minutes, Sydenham in 18 minutes and out to Castle Hill in 28 minutes.