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Terminals
Selected work
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) North Terminal
Kenner, Louisiana
Owner New Orleans Aviation Board
Size
972,000 SF; 35 gates
Cost
$650,000,000 (construction cost)
$1,000,000,000 (program value)
Scope
Master Planning, Concept Design, Architectural Design, Construction
Administration
Completion Date
November 2019
Conceived as a major economic driver for New Orleans post-Katrina, the new North Terminal at Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) has been called “the most transformative project for New Orleans since the Superdome” by Mayor Landrieu. The 972,000-SF terminal replaces an outdated, inefficient terminal with a state-of-theart 35-gate (expandable to 42 gates) international gateway serving five million passengers a year. Convenient access, intuitive wayfinding, spacious departure and arrival halls and increased international capacity position the airport and the city for economic growth.
Design for the terminal was developed and completed by the Crescent City Aviation Team (CCAT), a joint venture (JV) of LEO A DALY and Atkins, based on an initial concept by Pelli Clarke Pelli. Additional design services were provided by estudio Architecture. CCAT led the design of the airport terminal, its three concourses, concession program, two parking garages, outdoor parking lot, airside aprons, and landside roadway systems. The project was built by a joint venture of Hunt-Gibbs-Boh-Metro. WSP served as the Program Manager.
Akron-Canton Airport Terminal Modernization
North Canton, Ohio
Owner
Akron-Canton Airport
Size
50,000 SF
Five-gate addition
Cost $34,000,000
Scope
Terminal Planning, Design, Construction Documentation, FAA Coordination
Completion
November 2020
Akron-Canton Regional Airport turned to LEO A DALY to help replace their 54-year old gate facilities. Originally designed for DC-6 aircraft, the ground level hold rooms are being replaced with a light-filled and modern two-story concourse which provides a higher level of service and enhanced passenger experience.
The new 50,000 SF, five-gate addition can accommodate seventy-passenger regional jets to 737-800 aircraft. Passenger amenities such as mobile-friendly work stations, a service animal relief area, additional restrooms, a lactation room, a new business center and a children’s play area ease traveler’s journeys.
Revenue is being enhanced with the addition of a new 3,000 SF food and beverage concession in a two-story space filled with full height windows with views to the airfield. New and refurbished passenger boarding bridges improve operations and provide weather-protected boarding for all passengers. The design provides for a shelter-in-place area for passenger protection during severe weather events.
To enhance aircraft movement at the terminal area, nearly 20,000 square yards of new concrete pavement were installed.
Newark Liberty International AirportTerminal A Study and Design Concept
Newark, New Jersey
Owner
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Size 1,000,000 SF terminal
Scope
Planning of Alternate New Facility, Long Range Airport, Multi-Modal Transportation, Integrated Sustainable Design Strategies; Concept Design Alternatives
Completion Date
December 2011 (design)
LEO A DALY led the planning efforts for the first phase of the Terminal A Expansion and Modernization Program at Newark International Airport. Initially this program called for renovation of the existing facility and a 12-gate expansion that would saturate the capacity of the existing airfield. Due to complexity and cost it was recommended that a replacement terminal be constructed rather than moving forward with renovation.
The team then identified a potential site and performed a thorough comparative analysis of the two alternatives, with a focus on airfield utilization, customer service, cost, simplicity of construction, and flexibility for future airport growth. Analysis proved the replacement terminal to be the superior value.
Under the new terminal alternative, the team conducted planning studies to identify the best viable options for future development at the airport including:
• A 45-gate domestic terminal with much improved airfield capabilities, expanded access roadways, short and longterm parking, and an Air Train extension that would serve the terminal directly
• Partial international arrival gate capabilities and inclusion of an FIS facility
• Introduction of a post-security inter-terminal transit system
A long-term sustainability study was conducted at EWR which resulted in the “Integrated Sustainable Design & Strategies” guide for future project development at the airport.
• An airport hotel conveniently connected to the terminal
• A PATH railway connection to Newark and New York City that would provide a “one seat ride”
• Addition of a third parallel north-south runway Long term airport growth with three runways
• An “airport city” with parking facilities and a terminal that allows for future gate expansion
• Bus and taxi staging areas
• Convenient cell phone parking
The project that proceeded was a 33-gate replacement domestic unit terminal with the capacity to incorporate many of the identified options listed above. In all, 43 options were considered evaluating service, flexibility, cost and convenience.
Unique Challenges
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is committed to sustainable design and achieving carbon neutral operations. Through comprehensive building performance energy modeling and an integrated design process, site-wide sustainability goals were identified and high-performance building concepts were developed for the facade and mechanical systems. Life-cycle costing was also developed, incorporating the potential future costs associated with carbon emissions.
William P. Hobby Airport Terminal Modifications
Houston, Texas Owner Houston Airport System
Size 785,000 SF
Cost $263,000,000 (construction value)
Scope Planning Study, Conceptual Plans, Programming, Architectural and Interior Design, Airfield Planning and Design, Contract Documentations
Completion
September 2011
Awards
ACI 2008 Airport Service Quality Awards, Fourth Best Airports by Region- North America
ACI 2008 Airport Service Quality Awards, Fourth Best Airport by Size- 5-15 Million Passenger
As prime designer and architect of record, LEO A DALY upgraded and expanded William P. Hobby Airport. The 440,000 SF terminal, built in 1950, transformed into a 785,000 SF regional airport that better prepares Houston and Southwest Airlines for contemporary air-passenger service.
The project incorporates a new 25-gate central concourse for Southwest Airlines, apron expansions, taxiway relocation, very-high-frequency omnidirectional range facility (VOR) relocation to the parking garage roof, retail concessions design, standards package, renovation, expansion of ticketing facilities and baggage claim facilities, and airline tenant improvements.
Unique Challenges/Lessons Learned
The modernization and redevelopment’s most pressing issue, was development of a phased temporary and permanent relocation plan for all carriers throughout the course of the project. Initial energies focused on facility condition reports to establish and verify the airport’s anticipated needs and appropriate actions. They resulted in a phasing implementation plan that facilitated construction without disrupting airport operations.
Another prominent aspect of the HOU facelift is its relocation and expansion of concession areas. Before the project started, the airport’s few concessions were located mostly on its non-secure side. Passenger profile studies determined that the optimal location for the majority of the concessions was in the concourse beyond the security checkpoint. As a result, four different concession core areas were incorporated into the new concourse. The expanded and relocated concessions have significantly increased HOU’s revenue per passenger.
Expanded and relocated concessions have significantly increased HOU’s revenue. Two years after completion of the central concourse, retail sales increased and beverage sales by 330 percent.
DFW TRIP Program On-Call
Dallas, Texas Owner
DFW International Airport
DMJM/EJES JV (client)
Size 125,000 SF (Terminal E)
Cost $2,600,000,000 (program)
$300,000,000 (construction Terminal E)
$19,000,000 (construction Terminal B-D connector)
Scope Planning and Development through Construction Administration
Completion
September 2015 (Terminal E)
September 2012 (Terminal B-D connector)
LEO A DALY was part of the development team, as on-call architectural consultant, for the DFW TRIP Program, or Terminal Renewal & Improvement Program. The effort brought high-value improvements to operations, passenger processing and aesthetic appearance at DFW.
TRIP’s Terminal B-to-D connector project joined three Terminal B domestic gates to Terminal D’s Federal Inspection Services (FIS), allowing them to operate as either domestic or international. We also rejuvenated the interiors to create a harmonious look with Terminals B and D.
Terminal E’s renovation began with reactivation of its “satellite” terminal, and features enhanced tunnel connections, a newly designed airline common club and expanded Terminal E ticketing and baggage claim facilities. The renovation also included updated HVAC and electrical systems, updated information technology, new interior finishes, and enhanced entries.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Exterior Facade and Ticketing Hall Rehabilitiation
Cleveland, Ohio
Owner City of Cleveland – Department of Port Control
Size 60,000 SF
Cost
$22,613,700
Scope
Pre-design Planning and Architectural Design Services
Completion
June 2016
The rehabilitation and modernization of the exterior facade and the ticketing hall is designed to provide an improved, efficient, and user-friendly passenger experience at Cleveland Hopkins International. Additionally, the project will improve terminal safety, sustainability and security.
Approximately 900 lineal feet of the airport’s exterior facade will be modernized and upgraded at both the upper ticketing level and lower baggage level. The project provides enhancements to the exterior and vestibule lighting; canopy extensions at the terminal entry vestibules and passenger loading and unloading areas along the roadway curb; canopy fascia and ceiling and column cover upgrades; new doorway vestibules, electronic media locations; security CCTV re-installation; replacement of the exterior front window system; and recommendations for terminal curb signage support locations.
The ticketing hall rehabilitation includes installation of new terrazzo flooring throughout the ticketing and security checkpoint areas, ceiling and lighting design improvements, and replacement of wall and column finishes.
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport Master Plan Study
Cleveland, Ohio
Owner City of Cleveland – Department of Port Control
Cost
$354,000 (study)
Scope
Master plan study
Completion
June 2021
In association with RS&H, Inc., LEO A DALY provided aviation planning expertise for the terminal portion of a 20-year Master Plan Study for Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. An evaluation of existing terminal facilities, parts of which are more than sixty years old, was conducted to identify deficiencies and opportunities for improvement. Based on projections of future facility requirements, LEO A DALY developed six concepts for terminal development. Working with airport stakeholders, these were narrowed down to three concepts for detailed evaluation. The evaluations were divided into seven metrics: vision/passenger experience, operational efficiency, flexibility, cost, non-aeronautical revenue potential, environmental impact and constructability/implementation complexity.
Based on the evaluations and discussions with stakeholders, a recommended scheme was selected and further developed to illustrate a plan for phased terminal redevelopment and expansion within financial analysis constraints.
The ultimate planning horizon development plan for 13.5 million annual passengers included: new and expanded concourses accommodating 58 gates, increasing the width and depth of the ticketing hall, consolidating three security screening checkpoints into one, new Federal Inspection Service facilities, expanded baggage handling systems, improved passenger circulation, opportunities for improved passenger amenities and opportunities for improved concession development.
Ft. Wayne / Allen County Airport Terminal Master Plan Study
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Owner
Ft. Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority
Size
50,000 SF
Cost
$300,000 (study)
Scope
Master plan study
Completion
October 2017
The Fort Wayne/Allen County Airport engaged LEO A DALY to provide a detailed and implementable path for development for the terminal and landside areas based upon their updated 2013 Master Plan. The effort looked at both industry developments that had occurred since the last major terminal update in 1992, in addition to organic growth and significant passenger increases as a result of Low Cost Carrier Allegiant’s entry into the market.
The team studied these impacts and space needs on the concessions, security screening, ticketing, outbound baggage, and passenger hold rooms. Areas that were of lesser concern, such as the bag claim, were identified, thus allowing the airport to prioritize investment where the need was greatest.
In conjunction with this effort; a condition assessment was prepared for the major building systems to categorize and anticipate replacement schedules and provide the ability to respond to future expansion.
The selected option would improve passenger service and concession revenue by locating all passengers up on the second level and provide a consistent experience by providing boarding bridges to all aircraft.
Options to accommodate a Federal Inspection Services (FIS) operation for international traffic, were also studied. With a preferred option identified, a financial plan was assembled analyzing debt loads, funding sources, anticipated revenue enhancements. This was integrated with a proposed short mid- and long-term development scenario.
Tom Bradley International Terminal Renovation
Los Angeles, California
Owner
LAWA - Los Angeles World Airports
Size
500,000 SF
Cost
$737,000,000
Scope
Architecture, Engineering, Design Services, Contract Documents and Administration
Completion
March 2010
Awards
2010 AGC Constructor Award-California, Meeting the Challenge of the Difficult JobBuilder Classification
California Construction Magazine 2010 Merit Award, Transportation - Southern California
LAX Coastal Area Chamber of Commerce
2010 Sustainability Award
In March 2010, the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) at LAX completed a $575 Million renovation program to make traveling through this international gateway safer, faster, and more comfortable.
Construction on the building, which opened in 1984, included major interior renovations to the departures/ticketing lobby, customs and immigration arrivals hall, arrivals corridors, and waiting area; as well as modifications to two gates (including a two-level gate) to accommodate new aircraft such as the Airbus A380 and the Boeing 787.
Other program elements included upgrades to the finishes on the arrivals level; improved accessibility for passengers with disabilities; upgraded utilities and fire-and-life safety systems; and new restrooms, elevators and escalators, climate control/ ventilation systems, and signage (including dynamic video panels and digital signage that automatically updates flight information). The project also included new Information Technology components to support the upgrades and promote better passenger flow.
This major renovation was awarded Silver LEED-EB certification, the first US airport to earn LEED certification. Instead of demolishing the existing structure, 100% of the building structure was reused with the shell maintained. Green features at TBIT include automated lighting controls, low-flow plumbing in restrooms and 20 percent of interior finishes made from recycled content. More than 75 percent of construction and demolition waste was recycled.
The TBIT renovation was the single-largest construction project of its time at LAX and became the first aviation facility in the United States to earn LEED certification.
Unique Challenges
Phasing was developed to allow continued terminal operations during construction, with no more than two gates removed from service at one time.
The project also created gates at each end of the concourses to accommodate the A380. These two gates have dual passenger boarding bridges to load both the upper levels of the A380 and dual-load Group V aircraft.
The largest single component of the project added 45,000 SF of space to house a new in-line, checked baggage security screening facility, which reduced passenger congestion in the airline ticketing lobby by removing the many van-sized explosive detection systems previously located there.
United Airlines In-flight Lounge Renovation
Los Angeles, California
Owner United Airlines
Size
13,384 SF
Cost
$3,500,000
Scope
Architecture, Interior Design
Completion
2018
United Airlines required an upgraded base for their regional Inflight staff, pilots, and flight attendants. LEO A DALY provided architectural and interior design services to fully renovate the existing United Air Lines Inflight Domicile space. The previous domicile was a fully enclosed space with outdated fixtures, unorganized layouts, and without any natural light. The newly renovated space included windows with ample natural light, new light fixtures, private offices, and lounge areas.
With limited real estate at Los Angeles International Airport, the domicile needed to remain operational to support the 365-day operations. The project was divided into two phases; providing temporary accommodation to Inflight staff while construction occurred with each phase.
Prior to phase 1, enabling work was performed. This included minor modifications to the existing rooms on the south area, installation of temporary work stations, additional power, and surface-mounted data outlets.
Phase 1 consisted of the demolition and construction of the north area. Employees were relocated to temporary spaces on the south side. The north area comprised of reception area, staff lounge area, briefing rooms, conference rooms, private offices, coffee station, restrooms, and office supply rooms.
Phase 2 consisted of the demolition and construction of the existing south side. Scope of work included common areas, conference rooms, breakroom, and sleeping room.
Miami
International
Airport North Terminal Development
Miami, Florida
Owner Miami Dade County
Size
505,000 SF
Cost
$360,000,000 (construction value)
Scope
Architecture and Engineering Design Service, Construction Documents, Construction Contract Administration
Completion
July 2011
Awards
2011 Honor Award, National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association
2013 Global Best Project-Airports/Ports and Award of Merit-Rail, Engineering-News Record
As part of a $5.4 billion Capital Improvement Program, LEO A DALY served as prime architect for major renovations to Miami International Airport’s North Terminal. Adapting to a series of project changes while still satisfying client, tenant, and passenger needs, without interruptions of service, this project is a study in flexibility and successful change management.
The terminal’s north facade was removed and the existing adjacent space was remodeled to add 500,000 SF, accommodating a new baggage system, support offices, five wide body passenger hold rooms, circulation areas, and the world’s only rooftop automated people mover.
The project’s scope was later divided into pre-demolition, tenant, and utility relocation packages. Due to successful completion of larger projects for the client and Dade-County Aviation Department, LEO A DALY handled a lion’s share of additional projects, providing a single source of responsibility.
The team quickly adapted and restructured to deliver solutions that were on time and within budget. Recognizing the inevitable ever-changing conditions of major aviation projects, our experienced aviation specialists diligently stayed informed of system and facility changes as Miami International Airport remained operational.
Tropical Oasis Food Court, Miami International Airport South
Terminal
Miami, Florida
Owner Areas USA, Inc.
Size
8,900 SF
Size
$2,500,000
Scope
A/E services, Interior Design, Contract Administration; Facilitator for LEED
Certification, Programming; Schematic and Conceptual Design; Design Development; Interior Design; FF&E, Graphics and Signage
Completion
February 2009
The first full food court for Miami International Airport, LEO A DALY was charged with creating a destination point for travelers within the new South Terminal. What was created was a Tropical Oasis designed to incorporate the warm, yet vibrant feel of South Florida.
Large graphic panels were used with abstract palm fronds overlaid with words of welcome in over 40 languages. The same graphic motif is used throughout the food court on translucent awnings, and sign bands. Seating and dining zones were also created to cater to the various types of travelers. A plethora of natural lighting throughout with a variety native greenery completes the effect.
The Food Court houses 4 in-line food service vendors, 3 self-contained (bar-type) vendors as well as a full service sit down restaurant. The menus demonstrate the diversity of the travelers in the Magic City of Miami who will visit the over 300-person capacity food court integrated with a proposed short-, mid-, and long-term development scenario.
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Terminal & Air Traffic Control Tower
Washington, DC
Owner Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
Size 975,000 SF
Cost $378,000,000 (construction value)
Scope Program Review, Design Development, Contract Documents and Administration
Completion
July 2011 Awards
2000 Honor Award - Design for Transportation National Awards, US Department of Transportation
1997 Honor Award - Job of the Year, National Terrazzo & Mosaic Association
1997 WBC Craftsmanship Award for Outstanding Work, Washington Building Congress, Inc.
In association with Pelli Clarke Pelli, LEO A DALY served as prime consultant, engineer, and executive architect for this major airport. The project consists of two components: the South Terminal Renovation, and the new North Terminal, the centerpiece of a decade-long $800 million terminal renovation.
Along with the airport terminal, the project also included the design of the 196-foot tall airport traffic control tower (ATCT) with a 545-SF cab and a 27,300-SF terminal radar approach control (TRACON) facility.
While maintaining an aggressive schedule and completing the project without causing any disruptions to on-going airport operations, we also coordinated the activities of more than 20 consultants and concurrently managed the related vehicle and pedestrian circulation project. This project placed new elevated roadways, and connected attached perpendicular terminal pedestrian walkways from the new terminal, through the Metro station, and on to the parking garage to create a truly multimodal facility.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Security Deployment Program
Nationwide, United States
Owner Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Size Various Cost
$1,700,000,000
Scope
Architectural Design, Construction
Documents, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Engineering, Construction Administration
One of three firms selected for a post 9/11 IDIQ contract with the Boeing Company, we helped plan and deploy Explosive Detection Systems and Explosive Trace Detection machines to meet a federally mandated deadline of December 31st, 2002. the contract involved design and program management oversight of checked baggage screening for 447 commercial airports. Working collaboratively with all stakeholders to achieve consensus on acceptable TSA checkpoint design solutions was critical to the contract. TSA equipment included whole-body imagers, advanced technology baggage screening, bottle liquid scanners, and automated credential recognition.
The TSA Checkpoint Design Guide (CDG) incorporates new and emerging technology adopted in the field, installation criteria and operational procedures. Throughout the duration of the contract, we were tasked with updating and maintaining the CDG on behalf of TSA.
We also worked with the TSA’s Transportation Security Integration Facility to reconfigure laboratory facilities as they tested next generation solutions, receiving as many as 20 concurrent, active assignments during the course of the program.
Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Security Screening
Upgrades, Eastern and Western Region IDIQs
Eastern and Western Regions, United States
Owner Transportation Security Administration (TSA)
Size Various
Scope
Site Investigation, Safety/Security Design, Architecture, Mechanical, Electrical, and Structural Engineering
As the prime designer under two contracts with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), we provided design services for security checkpoint upgrades at 290+ airports across the nation.
147 airports were investigated in the west region under our Western Region TSA IDIQ with Boeing. Site reports developed necessary requirements and anticipated physical modifications to install state-of-the-art equipment in passenger screening points managed by the TSA.
Our scope of work for the Transportation Security Deployment Services (TEDS) Eastern Region involves 145 airports with the Leidos IDIQ team. Checkpoint deployment design services include site validation, test fit development, 100% construction drawings and record drawings.
