ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
LUTON DIRECT AIR-RAIL TRANSIT
ARUP
The Luton DART ( Direct Air-Rail Transit ) is a pioneering fully-automated people mover that transports travelers from Luton Airport Parkway railway station to the terminal of London Luton Airport in under four minutes . The project was designed and delivered by a holistic multi-disciplinary Arup team , including Architects , Engineers , Planners and Specialists . Arup ’ s Architecture team designed a common language of bold , sculptural parasol structures that support the roof and allow light and air to enter the stations , whilst protecting passengers from the weather . This created striking spaces that are open and generous in size , naturally lit and ventilated .
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