New traveller-centred design
Schiphol was originally designed as a \u2018one terminal airport\u2019,\u00a0featuring a compact, well-organised layout with short check-in and transfer times. The design style is functional in nature and serves the needs of travellers; throughout the journey, the airport must offer tranquillity, clear\u00a0wayfinding\u00a0and clarity. With the growth in passenger numbers over recent decades, the simplicity,\u00a0authenticity\u00a0and distinct identity that characterised Schiphol\u2019s design DNA have faded into the background.<\/p>\n
Major renovations, recognisable look
In line with the strategy and Master Plan presented in 2025, many parts of the terminal will be renovated over the coming years. A unified design vision will ensure that Schiphol\u00a0retains\u00a0a coherent, recognisable look throughout. The focus is on the traveller experience,\u00a0functionality\u00a0and quality, ensuring that the refurbished areas meet the travellers\u2019 needs. At the same time, attention is being paid to costs, maintenance, modular\u00a0construction\u00a0and sustainability, so that buildings and facilities\u00a0remain\u00a0in good condition in the long term. The extensive investment programme thus offers the opportunity to bring greater consistency and clarity to the design of all areas.<\/p>\n
To implement these plans, Schiphol will collaborate with new in-house architects, each of whom will\u00a0be responsible for\u00a0a section of the airport. To this end, Schiphol launched a European tender in December 2024, which attracted considerable interest from recognised architectural firms both at home and abroad.<\/p>\n
Intention to award contracts
Schiphol intends to select four firms for the six different lots in the tender.\u00a0KAAN\u00a0Architecten, as lead architect, will\u00a0be responsible for\u00a0the overarching design vision, which will serve as a guideline for future designs.<\/p>\n
LVZJA\u00a0(Luis Vidal + architects and ZJA) has been selected for three of the four airport areas. They will produce the designs for Schiphol Plaza and the lounges, for the piers,\u00a0gates\u00a0and walkways, and for the landside passenger areas and parking facilities.<\/p>\n
Architectural firm\u00a0Paul de Ruiter\u00a0will\u00a0be responsible for\u00a0the design of the departure halls, baggage halls and security and customs screening areas.\u00a0Beacon\u00a0(Benthem Crouwel Architects and NACO) will act as the airport consultant, supporting the teams with technical and airport-specific expertise.<\/p>\n
Working together to create a distinctive\u00a0Schiphol
Together, these parties form the architectural team that will shape the redevelopment of Schiphol over the coming years. This long-term collaboration will contribute to design consistency, an improved traveller experience,\u00a0efficiency\u00a0and cost optimisation across the various redevelopment projects.<\/p>\n
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