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Airport, Zurich

On the premises of Zurich Airport, the clearly defined zones will be given a new identity.

Infrastructure (old) + atmosphere (new) = “Infrasphere” These zones provide orientation points for airport visitors, increase their sense of well-being and shape their memories.

1) Brand screen Gate to the airport. Rear becomes front. During the day: Face of the airport. At night: Europe’s largest advertising space. Textile on steel.

2) Arrival lounge, first contact with Switzerland. Warm welcome gesture. Tidy and bright. Clear and cosy. Luminaires as objects in the foreground. Illuminated wooden screen as background.

3) Departure lobby, farewell to Switzerland. Reception of guests. Cosmopolitan and inviting. Protective and organising. Wooden screen with a view.

Plans, Drawings and Diagrams

Plans, Drawings and Diagrams

Project Details

Client
Unique AG
Location
Zürich-Kloten
Internal Team
Christoph Kellenberger, Andreas Derrer, Gonçalo A. Manteigas
Year
2007
Typology
Master Plan, Public Buildings
Discipline
Architecture, Urban Planning
Task
Repositioning, Site/Area Development
Status
Competition

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