Located at the nexus of King and Victoria Streets in Kitchener, Ont., the King-Victoria Transit Hub is designed to bridge local and intercity transit connections.
Designed by WZMH Architects in collaboration with A49/WSP, the project focuses on user experience, efficient transit flow, and architectural innovation.
The Transit Hub consolidates a range of transit options, offering travellers an interconnected network. From local buses to intercity rail, all services converge in a single, efficient location. It integrates ION (LRT), GO Transit (rail and bus service), VIA rail service, intercity buses, passenger vehicles, GRT, and infrastructure for walking and cycling.
The hub will also have a mixed-use development project that includes residential, office, and retail spaces while prioritizing pedestrian and cycling pathways.
The project minimizes greenhouse gas emissions and is targeting LEED Silver certification.
I hope that the current VIA station will be retained as is (at least on the outside) for its heritage value.