Investigation of design of independent metro station entrances in China

In recent years, China has extensively made use of underground space, and with the rapid development of metros, more than 40 cities have opened rail transit. However, a problem has also emerged in the form and function of entrances to metro stations. Unlike countries of the West, Chinese design has developed under the historical background of rapid social and economic development and transformation. The design of entrances to metro stations mostly stays at the level of satisfying functions; many spaces adopt similar designs, lack innovative ideas and fail to spread urban culture and improve city visibility. Therefore, this study aims to conduct a comprehensive analysis and research on entrances to Chinese metro stations and proposes design concepts suitable for China's national conditions to stand out as examples for many metro stations that will be built in future. This paper investigates and analyses the entrances of independent metro stations in China, explores the problems in independent metro stations and proposes the corresponding solutions. Finally, the design concept of entrances to metro stations is discussed in terms of exterior and interior spaces.