"The winning proposal envisions the new station as both an infrastructural hub and a civic landmark, addressing the needs of a rapidly expanding metropolis while contributing to the urban and social fabric of Morocco's economic capital. Located at the intersection of major urban axes, the project is conceived as a strategic link between Casablanca's historic center and its newer districts. By spanning across the existing rail lines, the Casa Sud Station will reconnect adjacent neighborhoods that have long been divided by the railway infrastructure."
"The architecture is defined by a monumental vaulted roof that unites all station functions within a single, continuous volume. This open and permeable structure protects while maintaining visual and physical connections to the surrounding city. The geometry emphasizes centrality and accessibility, offering equal orientation in all directions and reflecting the project's aim to integrate rather than dominate its context. At ground level, the design incorporates a large public park, responding to Casablanca's need for accessible green spaces."
OUALALOU+CHOI, based in Paris and Casablanca, won the international competition to design Casa Sud Train Station. The project positions the station as both an infrastructural hub and a civic landmark for an expanding metropolis. Located at the intersection of major urban axes, the station spans existing rail lines to reconnect neighborhoods long divided by railway infrastructure and serves as a catalyst for residential and commercial development. A monumental vaulted roof unites all station functions within a single continuous volume while preserving visual and physical connections to the surrounding city. A ground-level public park and 360-degree belvedere provide amenities and panoramic views.
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