Schiphol tackles terminal's design: greater consistency and improved passenger experience
Schiphol launches tender for long-term and efficient cooperation with architects to harmonise the airport design during renovation projects.
Schiphol has begun the search for partner architects to harmonise the airport's appearance and improve the passenger experience. The current terminal, with diverse and inconsistent styles, is being addressed to re-establish a cohesive and recognisable identity. With the broader €6 billion investment programme, Schiphol improves the airport. In the development of the programme, Schiphol aims for a new design vision in which simplicity, consistency, recognisability and experience are central. By working with a dedicated team of architects, Schiphol is committed to efficiency and cost optimisation.
Our terminal is like a jigsaw puzzle whose pieces have been disjointed for years, each in a slightly different shape. This has led to a fragmented appearance that does not enhance the passenger experience. Now it is time to put those loose pieces back together and create a harmonious, cohesive whole. With all the work we will be doing in the coming years, it is important to have an overarching vision and a long-term collaboration with a team of architects who will ensure a consistent and uniform look. As a world traveller, you should feel at home wherever you are at Schiphol.
New design vision: back to simplicity
The simplicity and authenticity that characterised Schiphol's design in the 1960s have been overshadowed by various styles in different parts of the airport. In future construction and renovation projects, Schiphol wants to rectify this by working from an overarching design vision. Schiphol is looking for a Lead Architect to be responsible for this Design Vision Schiphol, which will serve as a guideline for future designs and will help create a uniform appearance. In addition, Schiphol is looking for a team of architects to translate and implement the layout and design for specific airport areas. Major construction projects will continue to involve other architects who will work in accordance with the same design vision.
Efficiency and cost optimisation in renovation projects
Schiphol is investing 6 billion euros over the next five years in the quality of the airport. Hundreds of large and small projects are planned throughout the airport area. To optimise costs in renovation projects, Schiphol aims to establish long-term collaborations with architects. By adopting a focused approach with a clear design vision and a dedicated team of partner architects, Schiphol can manage design costs per project more efficiently. This method will ensure consistency in execution, which will contribute to the effective realisation of renovation projects at the airport.