In February of next year, the world's largest luxury airport will open in Beijing, arriving in time to accommodate the international tourists arriving for the Summer 2008 Olympic Games. One single building, Terminal 3, will be bigger than all five of London's Heathrow Airport terminals combined.
"The new building will feature south-east orientated skylights, which maximize heat gain from the early morning sun, and an integrated environment-control system that minimizes energy consumption and carbon emissions," according to Born Rich. "The whole thing has been designed in a short span of four years. The terminal building alone cost $2.8 billion, and $4.6 billion was spent on all the related infrastructure."
The gigantic building will also be the most high tech airport building in the world. The multi-million dollar project will cover 245 acres, enough space to accommodate 43 million passengers. It will be decorated with traditional Chinese art and celebrate the welcome visitors to the nation's cultural traditions.
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Beijing's Luxury Terminal
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Airport Terminals - There is an opportunity for other major cities and tourist destinations to develop luxury airport terminals and enhance the travel experience for international tourists.
2. Sustainable Airport Design - There is an opportunity for airport and infrastructure designers to prioritize energy efficiency and carbon reduction in their projects, potentially saving costs and improving environmental impact.
3. High-tech Airport Infrastructure - There is an opportunity for airports to invest in and implement advanced technology solutions to improve passenger experience and streamline operations.
Industry Implications
1. Airport Design and Construction - Companies involved in airport design and construction can explore these trends to develop innovative solutions for their clients.
2. Tourism and Hospitality - Companies in tourism and hospitality can recognize the opportunity to cater to high-end travelers by partnering with luxury airport terminals and offering personalized airport experiences.
3. Technology and Infrastructure - Technology and infrastructure companies can work with airports to implement cutting-edge solutions from virtual assistants to biometric technologies and enhance passenger comfort.