Design consultant appointed to redevelop London Bridge Station

The redevelopment of London Bridge as part of the Thameslink project seems to be secure, following the appointment of a design consultant to lead the project. World Architecture News says:

WSP has been appointed as the lead design consultant for the redevelopment of London Bridge Station, the cornerstone of the Thameslink improvement project. WSP has involved Mace [builders of the Shard], international architects Grimshaw and retail architects Chapman Taylor, to provide the expertise to blend the station operations into the neighbouring environment.

The challenge the team faces is to develop a world class design which incorporates the required increased track capacity, from six to nine through platforms, whilst keeping the station operating safely and with minimum disruption to passengers.