b'12 GCKTERMINALSA colorful feature wall is the backdrop for new Arconas holdroom seating and communal charging tables and bars from AGATI.Incorporating Local Elements Challenges and Opportunities The expanded terminal doesnt just meet functional needs; it alsoThe terminal project was not without hurdles. One of the biggest reflects the spirit and diversity of Garden City. The HNTB team workedwas maintaining airport operations throughout construction. closely with the community to add local elements and imagery. Powell recalls the pressure to get the important project done Designers created large, colorful featureright, and says she appreciates partners like HNTB and Crossland walls where passengers spend most offinding creative solutions to move the project forward smoothly, their time: the ticketing lobby and departurewith minimal disruptions.lounge. These backdrops feature acousticThe tight footprint and logistical properties to reduce noise and can beconstraints meant that we had to be seen through the clear glass as passengersmeticulous in managing material deliveries approach from either side. They bring aand work schedules to ensure public lot of life to the space, says Allison Hawk,ALLISON HAWK areas remained safe and functional, notes senior aviation project designer with HNTB.Scott Fry, projects site superintendent with The wall in the new departure lounge features imagery of aCrossland Construction.SCOTT FRYwestern Kansas sunrise and sunset. Winning entries from aDuring Phase 2, a key challenge was synchronizing photo contest sponsored by the airport were pixelated to createconstruction of the new terminal with ongoing airport operations, a vibrant mosaic effect that is both abstract and literal. Whenespecially regarding TSA procedures and passenger safety. youre up close, right against the feature wall, it just looks likeThe teams addressed this by modifying Conex shipping/cargo a colorful surface, but when youre standing backyou cancontainers to create a sterile walkway so passengers could move actually read the original image, explains Hawk. safely through the terminal and checkpoint during construction.A welcome wall in the baggage claim area greets arrivingCrews from Crossland also built 30-foot-tall temporary walls to passengers with Welcome to Garden City in 26 differentcover large openings while the curtain walls were fabricated offsite. languages. It was inspired by the local schools diverse studentThe temporary walls protected the project and workers from harsh body and aligns with Powells vision of creating a terminal that iswinter weather that included wind gusts up to 87 mph. comfortable and welcoming to all. Despite the projects challenges, teams were able to take That was really exciting and rewarding for our team to includeadvantage of opportunities as well. The observation deck in the design, Hawk remarks.and local art elements allowed design choices that enhance November | December 2024AirportImprovement.com'