Techo International Airport’s design embodies a strong sense of place, drawing inspiration from one of the oldest civilizations on Earth, inspired by its vernacular forms and responsive to the tropical climate. The overall masterplan includes plans for a new airport city with a state-of-the-art terminal building at its heart.

The terminal building comprises a central headhouse with two aerofoil-shaped piers either side that optimize walking distances. All passenger services are housed under a single overarching roof canopy that stretches from the drop-off to the airside, providing shelter from the elements. The roof – supported by structural trees spanning 36m – is a lightweight steel grid shell, with an innovative screen that filters daylight and illuminates the vast terminal space.

Aspiring to be one of the greenest airports in the world, the project combines the latest technology with local craftsmanship, while minimizing running costs. Flooded with natural light, the terminal is full of lush greenery, with mature trees rising through the soaring central void, and edge planting softening the interiors.

The terminal is strategically located to anticipate future expansion scenarios. The first phase of the airport terminal includes the central headhouse and the aerofoil wings to the north, accommodating up to 13 million passengers a year. Subsequent phases will include the second aerofoil wing, accommodating 30 million passengers. Find out more about the project at the expo.

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