b'TERMINALSCOU 45PHOTO: BURNS & MCDONNELLsupport the new terminal, and more positions can be added in theFuemmeler, senior project manager at Nabholz future as the budget allows or the need arises.Construction.Burns & McDonnell assisted the city of Columbia throughTravelers can visit the tourism information the design-build process, starting in 2018. The firm provideddesk for recommendations about places to program development and management, planning, environmental,see and things to do in the area. The city is commissioning and owners representative services. Nabholzcurrently negotiating a contract with a vendor Construction was selected as the design-build contractor withto provide concession services. There is RS&H as prime architect. space provided for both a secure seatingMITCHELL FUEMMELERarea for the concessions along with a public New Building, New Features area where seating could be added.The new terminal at COU has a larger meet-and-greet lobby withPreviously, passengers checking bags had to take them down the plenty of natural light, making it a more welcoming space for travelershall of the old terminal and hand them directly to TSA for screening. and their companions. The terminal also has upgraded interior andNow, travelers have a more seamless experience thanks to an exterior wayfinding and signage, making it easier for guests to findautomated baggage handling system from Innovative Handling. their way around. The open concept design features lots of glassEmployees at the airline ticket counter take checked bags and place for clear sight lines and intuitive wayfinding. Its all glass from [thethem on the baggage belt behind the counter, moving them to the curbside] through the inside, through security and out the back,TSA screening area directly behind ticketing. Arriving passengers so you can even see your plane parked at the gate, says Mitchellare treated to a special welcome when they collect their luggage in AirportImprovement.comJuly | August 2023'