DEDICATED DROP-OFF AREAS FOR SHARED MOBILITY
Improving connectivity with the surrounding urban environment
‘Intermodality’
WHY
People may arrive at the station via other transport means, needing to park or drop off vehicles to continue their journey.
WHAT
Dedicated drop-off zones should be provided for the shared vehicle services available in the area. In order to promote sustainable mobility and to make efficient use of the available urban space, environmentally friendly transport modes, and shared services should be prioritized.
SHELTER TO CREATE A WEATHERPROOF ZONE
Enhancing station amenities for better user well-being
‘Comfort’
WHY
Station users should be protected from the weather when entering and exiting the station.
WHAT
Station exits and entrances should have a shelter extending out from the building for those entering or maybe waiting for a connecting mode of transport. Depending on the climate, this can be a simple awning structure as protection from the rain to a more substantial structure protecting users from high temperatures or heavy rainfall.
SIGNAGE FOR PARKING AND DROP-OFF POINTS FOR TRANSPORT ALTERNATIVES.
Improving connectivity with the surrounding urban environment
‘Information’
WHY
Certain stations may not be within the reach of other modes, and users will need to travel by car. Information should be provided on topics such as the number of spaces, opening hours, and prices.
WHAT
Information about parking should be made available either online or clearly on the road before arriving at the station; it should also be well signposted in the station. Real-time information can be provided by small inset screens on road signs. The same information should also be provided for alternative modes. Information for modes such as car sharing, ride-hailing, scooter/bicycle charging points, or demand-responsive transit can be provided inside stations, where these options exist.
BIKE ENTRANCE
Improving connectivity with the surrounding urban environment
‘Intermodality & People Flow’
WHY
Station users should be aware of the suitable entrances and paths when moving through the station with a bike.
WHAT
Providing a dedicated entrance from a bike parking area can encourage more cyclists to use the station, while also reducing conflict points between users at entrances.
LIGHT ACCLIMATISATION AT STATION ENTRANCES
Enhancing station amenities for better user well-being
‘Comfort’
WHY
Station users need to feel comfortable moving from one area to the next, particularly when moving from a bright to a dark location.
WHAT
Light should change as gradually as possible to make the station more attractive as a location, and so that people are not discouraged from entering the station. Entering a dark station can be uncomfortable, but if the change is gradual, the user will feel safer and at greater ease.
The lighting should also change dynamically, in line with the brightness levels outside. This creates a more unified space and creates less of a barrier to those entering the station.