Self-navigating airport
An airport made for comfort
B.I. Sora (TU Delft - Architecture and the Built Environment)
Hrvoje Smidihen – Mentor (TU Delft - Building Knowledge)
M.R. Grech – Mentor (TU Delft - Teachers of Practice / A)
J.A.A. Woertman – Mentor (TU Delft - Teachers of Practice / AE+T)
M. Bilow – Graduation committee member (TU Delft - Building Design & Technology)
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Abstract
This book has been developed during the Complex Projects Graduation Studio, as part of the master track of Architecture at TU Delft. The studio reflects on the theme of Bodies and Buildings, examining the dynamic relationship between the human body and the built environment. Within this studio, students are challenged to design a ‘one-of-a-kind’ building in Milan (a large-scale, complex building unique in the city).
This particular book presents the design of an airport that focuses on reducing the stress experienced in a terminal and provides the most pleasant passenger experience possible. The project focuses on how architectural design can influence human emotions and contributes to the ongoing discussion of transforming air travel into a pleasant and relaxing experience. Extra attention is paid to researching ways to design a mobility hub, spaces for crowds and flows of people with the goal of creating an airport that is intuitive and easy to navigate.