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Terminal 2 Flughafenterminal vum Nuru Karim

D'Wierk Terminal 2 Flughafenterminal vum Designer Nuru Karim ass en héich geschätzten Gewënner vum prestigiéisen 2026 A' Design Award an Sëlwer an der Wettbewerbskategorie Architektur, Gebai an Strukturdesign.


SëlwerArchitektur· 2026

Terminal 2 Flughafenterminal

vum Nuru Karim

Client: Adani Airport Holdings Limited

A' Design Award an Sëlwer Gewënner an der Kategorie Architektur

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Iwwer Terminal 2 Flughafenterminal

Den Terminal 2 ass en internationalen Fluchhafenterminal zu Guwahati, Assam, Indien, dee geplangt gouf, fir ronn dräizéng Millioune Passagéier all Joer ofzefäerdegen. D'Architektur follegt engem Bambusorchidee-Thema, mat Kolonnen an ophängende Bléieblieder, déi aus Bambusstaange geformt sinn, déi mat enger flammhemmender Beschichtung iwwerzunn sinn. Passiv Strategien wéi Solaroptiméierung, héichperformant Isolatioun a Beschattungselementer verbesseren d'Energieeffizienz. Duebel héich Interieuren mat Dachliichter an en Arrivée-Bësch bréngen Dagesliicht a Gréngs an d'Gebai. Self-Check-in, séier Gepäckofgab an elektronesch Paarte suerge fir e flëssege Passagéierstroum.

D'Unerkennung

Iwwer den A' Design Award an Sëlwer

Terminal 2 Flughafenterminal ass e Gewënner vum A' Design Award an Sëlwer, enger aussergewéinlech prestigiéiser Unerkennung, déi un Designe vun der héchster Qualitéit, prächteg a beandrockend vergi gëtt. Sëlwer-Gewënner si bemierkenswäert brillant a ganz kreativ Wierker, déi d'erausragend Expertise, d'Talent an d'Schaarfsënnegkeet vun hire Designer weisen. Et gëtt erwaart, datt Terminal 2 Flughafenterminal e wonnerbart, mustergëlteg, bemierkenswäert professionellt an déif innovatiivt Wierk ass. Dëst mam Sëlwer ausgezeechent Design ass eng bemierkenswäert, bewonnert Erfindung, déi dozou bäidréit, d'Grenze vun der Konscht, der Wëssenschaft, vum Design an der Technologie ze erweideren. Terminal 2 Flughafenterminal ass eng Kreatioun, op déi vill neidesch sinn, déi Wënsch erweckt, positiv Gefiller bréngt an Erstaunen a Wonner erweckt.

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Eenzegaarteg Eegeschaften
Guwahati city is a key hub for regional national and international aviation. Handling around thirteen million passengers annually the airport ensures seamless flow. Its architecture draws from Assam’s natural beauty using the Bamboo Orchids theme. Blending tradition with innovation it adopts eco friendly strategies to reduce carbon footprint and sets a benchmark for sustainable aviation infrastructure.
Dimensiounen & Verpackung
The Bamboo Orchid :
a. Orchid column stem: 100 mm diameter Bamboo wood poles forming the stem of Bamboo orchid with Aluminium cladding infill panels around the structural column in circular manner.
b. Orchid petals: 100 mm diameter Bamboo wood poles of varying heights suspended from main structure to form Orchid petals. Designated poles shall have sprinkler pipes and light fixtures integrated within the Bamboo poles.
c. Baffle Ceiling: 80mm diameter Bamboo pipes at 200 mm centre to centre suspended from main structure within the Orchid petals.
d. Finish: All the Bamboo wood poles shall be coated with Flame Retardant solvent.
Tags
Gateway, Bamboo, Orchids, Biophilic, Orchid Inspired, Sustainable, Iconic, Adaptive, Harvested Not Built
Produktiounstechnologie
Guwahati International Airport integrates climatic responsiveness, contextual design and cultural identity. Passive strategies of solar optimization, high performance insulation and shading devices enhance energy efficiency. Double height skylit interiors and the Arrival Forest ensure daylighting and biophilic experience. Inspired by Assamese villages, programmatic elements like pond, amphitheatre, food and retail zones promote social interaction and cultural engagement.
Design Erausfuerderung
Challenges included designing for Assam’s humid subtropical climate with high rainfall requiring robust drainage waterproofing and mold resistant materials. Seasonal weather variations affected construction sequencing and material curing. Compressed timelines demanded efficient planning, modular construction and phased execution to meet deadlines without compromising safety quality or sustainability.
Fuerschung
Research for Guwahati International Airport design involved site and climate analysis, stakeholder consultations, and benchmarking global and regional airports. Passenger profiling and flow simulations informed spatial planning. Cultural integration drew on Assamese motifs, bamboo craft, and orchids. Sustainability strategies included passive cooling, rainwater harvesting, and renewable energy. Iterative design prototyping ensured compliance, safety, adaptability, and a strong regional identity.
Inspiratioun
The design concept of the Guwahati International Airport draws profound inspiration from the state of Assam. Bamboo, integral to daily life symbolises strength, sustainability, and resilience. The design combines these natural elements to create an architectural language that is organic, lightweight, and sustainable. Bamboo, integral to the daily life of North East India, symbolises strength, sustainability, and resilience.
Projetdauer
The airport terminal is located in the city of Guwahati, state capital of Assam, India. The project started full swing construction in 2023 and is schedule for completion by 2025.
Operatiounsablaf
Passengers begin their journey with easy self check in fast baggage drop and e gates that save time. After security they can unwind in spaces for shopping, dining and relaxation before boarding. Arrivals are welcomed by forest inspired spaces creating a calm transition as they collect bags and move out with ease. Behind the scenes every detail is managed with care ensuring a seamless and stress free experience.
Teammemberen
Founder & Principal: Nuru Karim
Technical Director: Mahesh Khanapurkar
Design Associate: Vishesh Khetawat
Senior Architect: Vatsal Kapadia
Senior Architect: Tanvi Savla
Senior Architect: Nandan Tike
Senior Architect: Pradyna Patil
Senior Architect: Atul Hanchnale
Senior Architect: Nirmal Kumar
Architect: Apurva Thakur
Architect: Prerna Kanabar
Architect: Keerthana V
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