Article source: Integrated Design Associates

The new airport, designated as the country’s second international gateway, is located on an island with very limited land mass for an international airport of this size. With airfield infrastructure consuming nearly all the available land our concept of a “floating terminal” has been selected by the Government for its innovative, exciting and eco-friendly approach. The proposed terminal is built entirely on stilts over water without reclamation to preserve the existing environment and the natural coastline. With blue sea, white sandy beach as backdrop the new airport aims to provide passengers with a unique and memorable travel experience.

Hanimaadhoo International Airport

• Architects: Integrated Design Associates Limited
• Project: Hanimaadhoo International Airport
• Location: Maldives
• Category: Future Projects – Infrastructure
• WAF: Entry2011
• Award: World Architecture Festival 2011 – Future Project of the Year

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