London Heathrow Airport, Pier 4A – Grimshaw Architects

Here is another project completed by Grimshaw Architects. This is basically a link between the terminal and the airplane. In addition to connecting passengers from the main terminal to the airplane itself, it also adds extra room to the terminal by creating nine additional gates with waiting areas. Grimshaw Architects also had to ensure that the airport’s radar systems would not be affected by this new building. This constraint inspired the architects to use a design feature that I really like. To reduce radar interference, they designed the whole structure to look like the inside of an airplane. I think that is really clever and it kinda prepares everyone for their upcoming journey. It’s elliptical shape also does not interfere with any part of the airport’s systems. This is a great example of how architects can make special things happen.

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