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Architects: Estudio
Lamela
ESTUDIO LAMELA ARCHITECTS HAS WON THE INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION FOR THE
EXPANSION AND REFURBISHMENT OF THE AIRPORT IN WARSAW, POLAND, COMMISIONED
BY PPL, (POLISH AIRPORT AUTHORITY).

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The architectural project presented by Estudio Lamela architects has won
the International competition launched by PPL, (Polish Airport Authority)
to expand and refurbish the Fryderyk Chopin International Airport
in Warsaw, Poland.
The competition was held between a group of large, distinguished, design
specialized teams including the French Paul Andreu (ADP), the German Von
Gerkan (GMP) and the American HNTB.
The proposal, developed in three competition phases, over a one and a
half year period, is based on the integration of the existing terminal
(T1) with the new terminal (T2), of approximately 100.000m2. The new Terminal
including a new pier of 725ml, with a capacity for 34 fixed links, will
operate as a HUB -multiple connections node-, a strategic air centre in
Eastern and Central Europe, for a total capacity of 12,5 million passengers
per year.
The system for the project is based on the concept of maximum flexibility
and modularity, which creates a potent image and permits possible adjustments
and expansions in the future without significantly altering its configuration
and facilitating its adaptation with current and future needs.
The roof and façade, of light conception, configures ample and
tall spaces that provide the building with a great spatial quality.
The floor plans have been designed to allow functional passenger flows,
creating a sequence of spaces, arriving through warm and transparent areas
with visual connections between all passengers (departures and arrivals)
and the exterior, while allowing natural light to enter all areas, facilitating
passenger orientation.
In addition, the project presented by Estudio Lamela architects also contemplates
interventions in land side, including new access and parking facilities
for over 5500 vehicles, etc.
During the competition phase, Estudio Lamela architects collaborated with
Ferrovial (construction and technical department), Budimex (construction),
Budimex Projekt (local engineering), Sener (airport planning and special
systems), Buro Happold (roof and facades), and 2a2 (landscape).
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