Aecom along with partner luis vidal + architects, was chosen by the Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) to lead the modernization of Boston Logan International Airport’s Terminal E. Aecom is the prime consultant and architect/engineer of record, and luis vidal + architects is the vision architect. The team was selected for its innovative design, responsiveness to Massport’s functional requirements and collaborative approach.
Aecom will provide full architectural and engineering design services to Massport for work on over 400,000 square feet of new and renovated terminal space. Key program elements include significant renovations to the existing terminal, enhanced ticketing and international arrivals, a new consolidated passenger security checkpoint, airline clubs, baggage systems, concession space and a new, central, multi-story great hall to enhance passenger experience.
“This project will elevate Massport’s reputation for providing a world-class passenger experience to its international passengers,” said Terry Rookard, RA, NCARB, principal architect and senior vice president with Aecom architecture in Boston. “As one of the busiest airports in the U.S., Boston Logan will be prepared to meet customer expectation and demand well into the future.”
“Elegance and welcoming are the two words that come to my mind when I think of Boston,” says Luis Vidal. “When designing Massport’s extension to Terminal E, we wanted these words to become part of its DNA.”
The modernization program will incorporate significant renovations to the existing international arrivals and customs hall, utilizing a combination of roof and window designs to maximize natural light and efficiency. Intuitive wayfinding, spatial clarity and first class hospitality will transform the arrival experience for those entering the country at Boston Logan Airport. The iconic roof, designed following the sun path, proposes two skylights facing north, in the form of eyelashes, protecting the interior from direct sun exposure. On the south, the roof gently strokes down the façade to reveal a number of openings that face downtown Boston, offering departing passengers a last and memorable view – almost like a peak – of its radiant skyline. With an emphasis on efficiency and sustainability, the completed terminal will seek LEED Gold status from the U.S. Green Building Council.
Aecom has decades of experience working with Massport at Boston Logan and Terminal E, most recently with the completion of the A380 accommodation and overall terminal renovation project. A world leader in airport design and innovation, luis vidal + architects has the experience and design expertise to help the project realize its full potential.
