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Vancouver International Airport

Vancouver, British Columbia

Architectura with Bush Bohlman Engineers

 

Airport Architecture

 


 
"The International Terminal Building takes the form of a glass-walled pavilion offering panoramic views of the surrounding sea, mountains, and Vancouver's skyline," describes Clive Grout, president of Architectura Waisman Dewar Grout Carter Inc. "One of the building's most impressive spaces is the three-storey atrium centered above the baggage claim area. A very unusual feature for any airport, it creates visual connections between arriving and departing passengers as well as those collecting their bags. Apart from providing a lively and animated heart within the building, the atrium is a key orientation feature, making it easier and friendlier to get around."

Project Images:

High level view from Fairmont Hotel walkway over US departures area
View down center of International Departures area

View from food court balcony of central gathering area in the departures area of the International Terminal.
View of the food court meeting area in the International Terminal Building

Departures area adjacent to the Fairmont Hotel
Detail of connection of wood panelling to steel moment frame to end wall glazing
Suspended walkway over the US Departures area that leads to the lobby of the Fairmont Hotel.
Suspended walkway in the International Departures Lounge secure area.
International Departures secure area beneath suspended walkway
Aerial view of departures lounges taken from upper level bar in Fairmont Hotel

 

 
 

 

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