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Architect for Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport reveals design plans

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A 3D render of how Al Maktoum International Airport is expected to look A 3D render of how Al Maktoum International Airport is expected to look (Image: Coop Himmelb(l)au)

An architecture firm involved in the design of Dubai’s Al Maktoum Airport has revealed more details of what shape it will take once it is built.

The project is currently at the planning stage, ahead of the construction of a first phase of the project, which is scheduled for completion by 2032.

Client Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP) is vying for the airport to be the largest in the world, eventually serving 260 million passengers a year with five parallel runways once fully complete.

Architecture firm Coop Himmelb(l)au is working with Dar Al-Handasah Consultants, which is the main consultant of the master planning and design of the new airport, on a new design.

Coop Himmelb(l)au said the new design reflected DAEP’s commitment to innovation and features dynamic structures that enable wide spans and “majestic spaces”.

The design process will involve the use of in-house technologies including artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced design methods, the architect claimed.

It indicated that it would include traditional design elements with modern materials and advanced features. It also promises high levels of energy efficiency to reduce the airport’s environmental impact, incorporating natural light and renewable energy sources.

The firm is also analysing daylight levels and prevailing winds to optimise the orientation and shape of the terminal.

Al Maktoum International could end up being the world’s largest airport but there are also claims that the title will go to King Salman International Airport in Saudi Arabia, at least in the short term.

Last month, it emerged that Mace would act as delivery partner for the project. The six-runway airport will cover 57 square kilometres and handle more than 100 million passengers a year. It is set to be ready to transport people travelling for Riyadh Expo 2030 and the FIFA World Cup 2034.

A 3D image of the outline of Dubai's Al Maktoum International Airport A 3D image of the outline of Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport (Image: Coop Himmelb(l)au)
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