Bus Shelter

Case Study 1 (Typical Bus Shelter located intersection at Gerrard St. and Sherbourne St.)

This older style shelter is constructed using a light metal frame, with modular glazing. The glazing used allows transparency and allows patrons to see oncoming buses.

Structural connections in this shelter are welded and bolted, although connections are very well hidden. The design is rectangular, rectangular members with a flat roof. The flat roof collects debris especially in the autumn season as it is located under a tree.

This bus shelter is oriented to protect against the prevailing winds in the area. However this design is not very effective at protecting against sunshine especially in the afternoon.

The exit/entry opening of this shelter is located at the front centre of the shelter, making it convenient for patrons to load and unload the bus.

There are no lights built in to this bus shelter but it is located near a street light which provides enough illumination at night so that patrons can feel safe while using the shelter.

There are no seats in this particular example, but other versions of this bus shelter located around the city incorporate two seats, such as the one located on Shuter St. depicted in the picture to the right.

The southern side of this shelter is being utilized for advertisement purposes, while the northern side is left free so that patrons can see oncoming buses. The panels are elevated so that debris such as leaves and do not settle within the shelter.


By: Kevi Potter
ASC 907: Small Buildings