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Penn Station redevelopment to see MSG surrounded by square structure

Tuesday, June 9, 2026Niall Patrick WalshView original

New renderings have been unveiled for the redevelopment of New York Penn Station. 

Last month, the DOT selected Halmar and Skanska to lead the project, having taken over the development from the MTA.

Image courtesy of U.S. Department of Transportation

Image courtesy of U.S. Department of Transportation

The redevelopment, designed by Practice for Architecture and Urbanism (PAU), aims to transform Penn Station into a larger, more accessible hub serving over 600,000 daily commuters. Among the priorities are reorganizing circulation throughout the station, reducing congestion, and introducing expanded waiting areas, retail, and passenger amenities.

Image courtesy of U.S. Department of Transportation
Image courtesy of U.S. Department of Transportation

The proposal includes a new grand entrance on 8th Avenue leading to a train hall, alongside the replacement of existing low-ceilinged corridors with larger concourses. The station’s subterranean structure will also be upgraded, while plans call...