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Designs for the Al Maktoum International Airport near Dubai – which developer's reportedly hope will be the world's largest airport upon completion – have been revealed.
Coop Himmelb(l)au – the architecture firm behind the airport's design, said Al Maktoum International will eventually have a capacity of 260 million passengers annually, and will feature five parallel runways.
The architect said the design will incorporate technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) to create a "next level" aviation experience for passengers, but will also reflect Dubai's heritage.
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"Traditional design elements are seamlessly integrated with modern materials and advanced features, creating a harmonious blend of the past and the future. This design approach not only pays homage to Dubai's progressive vision for the future but also serves as a reminder of the city's commitment to preserving its cultural identity," Coop Himmelb(l)au said in a statement.
Natural lighting and renewable energy sources will be utilized to lessen the environmental impact of the facility, and the orientation and shape of the terminal was designed to take advantage of natural light whilst minimizing glare and heat gain.
Renderings of the airport's interior depict sleek, spacious terminals furnished with greenery.
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"The design of the new airport reflects DAEP's commitment to innovation, featuring dynamic structure that enables wide spans and majestic spaces," read Coop Himmelb(l)au's statement on the project's design.
Completion of the project's first phase is slated for 2032.
Coop Himmelb(l)au co-founder Wolf dPrix told Newsweek: "The design for Al Maktoum International Airport is intended as the airport for the future. Passengers will not be treated like suitcases and the journey begins as soon as they enter the airport building."
The airport would be in competition with Saudi Arabia's King Salman International Airport, which is also seeking to become one of the largest in the world.
In August a U.K.-based company was appointed to oversee planning and construction for the Saudi Arabian airport, which will span 57 square kilometers (22 square miles) and is anticipated to serve over 100 million passengers a year.
With six runways, the aviation hub is slated to open in time for the 2030 Riyadh Expo and the 2034 FIFA World Cup. Its planned features include recreational facilities, improved cargo and logistics capability, and an "extensive" retail and leisure offering.
Where Are the World's Largest Airports?
- King Fahd International Airport, Saudi Arabia: 301 square miles
- Denver International Airport, U.S.: 52 square miles
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, U.S.: 27 square miles
- Orlando International Airport, U.S.: 21 square miles
- Washington Dulles International Airport, U.S.: 20 square miles
- Beijing Daxing International Airport, China: 18 square miles
- George Bush International Airport, U.S.: 17 square miles
- Shanghai Pudong International Airport, China: 15 square miles
- Cairo International Airport, Egypt: 14 square miles
- Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand: 13 square miles.
Update, 10/10/24, 11:39 a.m. ET: The spelling of Wolf Dieter Prix's name was changed to Wolf dPrix.
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