# Lattice-Like Vault Architecture This Idea for the Flinders Street Station Connects Past to Present By Alyson Wyers | Published 2013-07-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flinders-street-station References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/herzog-de-meuron-propose-vaulted-flinders-street-station/) As a part of the Flinders Street Station design competition, [Herzog & de Meuron](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titlis-tower) in partnership with [HASSELL](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hope-village) conceptualized an incredible [vaulted network roof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babel-housing-mexico). The series of arcs are open, allowing room for the tracks underneath. Flinders Street Station is a main transportation hub in the city of Melbourne, Australia. Their design also features a large amphitheater and open plaza for the public to congregate in. Upstairs there is also room for galleries, markets and other retail opportunities. The concourse is lit by the lattice-like structure of the vaults. The vault network would not compromise the original structure of the current building, which is considered a heritage site. The western entrance would be become the new main entrance where commuters can come into the redesigned station. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/herzog-de-meuron-propose-vaulted-flinders-street-station/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vaulted Network Roofs:** Innovative roofing designs are becoming more popular within the architecture industry. - **Mixed Use Spaces:** Integrating public spaces, galleries, and retail locations with transportation hubs can create a more immersive experience for commuters. - **Preserving Heritage Sites:** Integrating modern infrastructure with heritage structures can enhance the cultural significance and value of a building. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture:** By integrating innovative roof designs with established architecture, firms can offer creative solutions while preserving the historical accuracy of the original building. - **Transportation:** Creating mixed-use spaces that offer more than just transit options can encourage more people to utilize public transportation. - **Retail:** Integrating retail opportunities with transportation hubs can increase foot traffic and provide passengers with a convenient location to shop. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Barrel Vault-Topped Metro Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jahad-metro-plaza.md) - [Latticed-Steel Transport Hub Columns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metropolitan-station.md) - [Vertical Wooden Louvre Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saintdenis-pleyel-station.md) - [Artfully Designed Train Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/design-studio-mad.md) - [Rebuilt Historic Train Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/train-station-in-the-forest.md) - [Glazed Pavilion Landscape Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dongdan-grassland-sea-ruins-station.md) - [Ceramic Vault Structures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muqarnas-pavilion.md) - [Vaulted Glass Structure Additions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/domino-sugar-refinery.md) - [Mass-Timber Transport Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marengo-multimodal-transport-hub.md)