The provisional bus station in Dénia, built from metal containers, marks eight years of service. Inaugurated in May 2018, this temporary solution allowed buses to be moved from the Arxiduc Carles square, now converted into a children's playground. To celebrate the anniversary, workers are removing graffiti and repainting the facility.
Recycled containers: modular engineering for urban transit 🚌
The structure is based on stacked shipping containers, a low-cost modular architecture solution. Its design allows for quick installation and dismantling, although its lifespan has already exceeded expectations. Current maintenance includes cleaning aged paint and repairing metal joints. Despite being temporary, the station supports a constant flow of passengers and intercity buses.
Emergency makeover for eternal temporariness 🎨
Eight years later, the temporary has become permanent. The station receives a coat of paint like someone putting on cologne to mask wear and tear. Meanwhile, residents hope the definitive terminal doesn't arrive when the containers have completely rusted. At least the graffiti disappears, though it might return before the permanent station does.