Renovations
From August 2010 until mid 2017 the station is currently undergoing a 90 million dollar renovation plan that will change the appearance of the station, secure the tunnels and roofs. Other work being done includes mechanical, structural and architectural improvements.
The first phase of the work was done from August 2010 until the summer of 2011, included the removal of the gray tiles on all 3 platforms and station walls. Temporary walls where put up until the next phase.
The second phase began in January 2012 and will continue until June 2012. The work in this phase includes reinforcing walls, renovating mechanical, structural and architectural components and the removing of four red columns on the mezzanine level staircases. Once this work is completed, the temporary walls and finishes will be removed and replaced by new permanent architectural facings. The new design is yet to be announced.
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