KÖZTI architects + engineers: skycourt terminal extension budapest

'skycourt' by KÖZTI architects + engineers located in budapest, hungary
images © tamás bujnovszky


hungary based KÖZTI architects + engineers has recently completed 'skycourt' an extension to liszt ferenc international
airport's terminal two in budapest. the new passenger hall hosts security control points and shopping to connect two
existing terminal spaces. manifested from a minimalist approach, the corridor is formed by a rhythmic series of steel arches
spanning sixty-four meters connected by glass skylights. large angled columns supporting the arches are placed adjacent to the
expansive continuous curtain wall which overlooks the lively runway.



terminal entrance facade


in addition to an airy central space, the transparency created by the continuous vertical ribbons of glass encourages outward views
of the urban landscape and sky. cladding the interior structure with a white reflective metal generates an ethereal atmosphere
for the transient visitors. an upper level balcony for lounge areas provides an elevated observation platform of the airport's
continuous bustling activity.



transit area



glass curtain wall from the tarmac



escalator



second level lounge area



lounge seating



(left) structure meeting interior walls
(right) hallway formed by arched structure and vertical walls



expansive glass curtain wall overlooking runway



angled steel columns support overhead structure



overhead structure and glass skylights



structure and skylights soar over second floor platform



structure and skylight detail



at night