# Sunken Transit Structures The Malmo Central Station Combines the Old with the New By Meghan Young | Published 2011-09-05 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malmo-central-station References: [archdaily](http://www.archdaily.com/164046/malmo-central-station-metro-arkitekter/) & [metroarkitekter.se](http://www.metroarkitekter.se/imagerotator.php) The angle at which the Malmo Central Station sits makes it look as though it is sinking straight into the ground. This surreal look gives it a contemporary edge that makes it stand out from similarly glass-clad structures. Considering that Malmo Central Station has often been redesigned to cater for changing passenger needs over the decades since opening in 1858, it is only natural that its presence would be bold and beautiful. Designed by Metro Arkitekter, the Malmo Central Station is located in Sweden. Since it is a subterranean station, the exterior mimics the direction in which travelers will move in order to catch the trains they require. A mix of old and new, the Terminal Building maintain the past culture of the city while the City Tunnel looks towards its future. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 28% | 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) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Subterranean Architecture:** Opportunity for architects and designers to create innovative underground structures that blend contemporary design with functionality. - **Incorporating Cultural Heritage:** Opportunity to design buildings and infrastructure that celebrate the history and culture of a city, while also embracing modernity. - **Surreal Design Aesthetics:** Opportunity for architects to push boundaries and create visually stunning structures that capture attention and stand out from traditional designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Architecture:** Opportunity for architects to explore innovative design concepts and techniques that challenge conventional norms. - **Transportation:** Opportunity to incorporate cutting-edge design and technology into transportation infrastructure to enhance the passenger experience. - **Urban Planning:** Opportunity for urban planners to reimagine city landscapes and create unique urban spaces that are visually striking and functional. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Latticed-Steel Transport Hub Columns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metropolitan-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) - [Vertical Wooden Louvre Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saintdenis-pleyel-station.md) - [Beach-Inspired Metro Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tourism-line.md) - [Subway-Lined Waved Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wuyuanwan.md) - [Streamlined Airport Metro Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/metro-transit-center-station.md) - [Mass-Timber Transport Hubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marengo-multimodal-transport-hub.md)