MARTA Five Points Station Transformation
MARTA Five Points Station Transformation
MARTA Five Points Station Transformation
Project location
Atlanta, GA
Project phase
Construction
Reimagine Five Points
Since 1979, Five Points Station has been the heart of Atlanta’s downtown and the central transfer point between all rail lines. MARTA will begin the process of transforming the Five Points Station into a vibrant city center with improved transit connectivity, increased safety, and enhanced customer amenities.
This transformative station redesign will include:
Revitalized plaza and platform levels
Improved navigation and wayfinding
Expanded public space for future retail and activities
Key Considerations for MARTA:
Station Access
ADA Access
Pedestrian / Customer Experience
Pedestrian / Customer Safety
Bus Routing Efficiency / Improvements
Special Event / Incident Resiliency
Curb Usage for other MARTA needs (Police, Kiss-n-Ride, Facilities, Staging, etc.)
MARTA is a Transit Agency; Five Points is the Hub
Timeline
2022
Public Launch
2022-2024
Planning and Design
2022-2025
Concept Development and Public Engagement
2025
Construction Begins
What's in the Works
MARTA's Five Points Station is set for a significant transformation to enhance transit connectivity, safety, and amenities. Starting in May 2025, we will begin deconstructing the concrete canopy as the first phase of this project. The transformation includes:
A new, light-filled canopy
A more centralized bus hub
Reconnecting Broad Street for pedestrians
Additional improvements featuring community spaces, public art, and urban agriculture
Transformative Principles
The following principles were established to guide the design process:
1. Circulation
Provide seamless transit connectivity and connect flows of people
4. Environmental Comfort
Allow daylight and fresh air to the station below
2. Safety
Negotiate grade change and improve sightlines
5. Civic Heart
Create a vibrant beacon for the district
3. Activation
Support a diverse collection of programs
Public Benefits
Pedestrian Experience
Creating a welcoming and safe destination that incorporates elements like landscaping, lighting, wayfinding
Public Art
Honoring the legacy of the Five Points Station by incorporating public art throughout and creating designs that reflect the culture of the neighborhood
Transportation
Improving mobility and access for buses, cars, pedestrians, and bicyclists to bring different modes together in a safe and efficient way
Community Space
Reimagining how we use the station's open space to transform the station into a destination where people come to gather together
Sustainability
Incorporating sustainable design and construction practices and creating green spaces in an urban environment that captures the spirit of Atlanta’s moniker as a “City in a Forest”
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