Transformation of the Station Lobby
Stuttgart's main station is currently undergoing a transformation, with the large cross-platform hall, known as the "Transition Hall," being at the heart of the changes. This redesign is part of the larger Stuttgart 21 (S21) project, a major infrastructure initiative that reimagines the historic rail hub as a modern, forward-looking transport center.
The new design emphasizes modern architectural features, including prominent gridshell constructions that form a defining element of the new building's clear architectural language. However, specific details about the internal redesign plans for the Transition Hall itself beyond these gridshell structures or other features were not explicitly detailed in the available information.
The Transition Hall, historically a place where travelers could leisurely stroll, browse shop displays, or use catering options, will no longer be open as a photo gallery. In its redesigned form, the hall will have two levels. The lower level will be at the level of the Arnulf-Klett-Platz, providing access to distribution bridges leading to the platforms. The upper level, on the other hand, will offer access to the station roof above the underground tracks, where the Manfred-Rommel-Platz will be created.
The creation of the Manfred-Rommel-Platz on the station roof above the underground tracks is a unique feature of the redesign. This space will be accessible from the upper level of the redesigned Transition Hall, making it an attractive addition to the station.
The large island platform hall in Stuttgart's main station has changed repeatedly over the years, and the term "Transition Hall" also applies to the fact that the hall has been subject to constant change. The German Railway uses the term "Transition Hall" to refer to the large island platform hall in Stuttgart's main station.
The redesigned Transition Hall is set to be a blend of historical significance and contemporary design principles, transforming it into an innovative space within the modern transport hub. Despite the lack of detailed information about the internal redesign plans, the project's focus on modern architecture and the creation of the Manfred-Rommel-Platz on the station roof promise an exciting future for Stuttgart's main station.
[1] Stuttgart 21 Project Timeline. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.stuttgart21.de/en/project/stuttgart-21-project/project-timeline/ [4] Stuttgart 21 Architecture. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.stuttgart21.de/en/project/stuttgart-21-project/architecture/
"The renovation of Stuttgart's main station, as part of the Stuttgart 21 project, will not only transform the station into a modern transport center but also redefine the Transition Hall's lifestyle, shifting it from a leisurely space to a blend of shopping, catering, and innovative home-improvement ideas, reflecting the home-and-garden section of a modern urban lifestyle."
"In the redesigned Transition Hall, the creation of the Manfred-Rommel-Platz on the station roof above the underground tracks, accessible from the upper level, can be seen as a home-improvement project, converting an unused space into an attractive, engaging, and functional area, aligning with the principles of a forward-thinking home-improvement and home-and-garden movement."
