Air travel is climbing fast, and with it comes mounting pressure for airports to expand, modernize and compete for international routes. Recently featured by CoStar News, Aviation Executive Vice President Wilson Rayfield, AIA, LEED AP, breaks down the forces driving this nationwide “arms race” as cities work to attract global carriers and meet rising passenger expectations.
In the piece, Rayfield explains how strategic design choices rooted in a strong sense of place help airports build meaningful connections with the communities they serve. He highlights the design approach at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, where material palettes, color selections and marquee elements, such as the Queen Charlotte statue, reflect the region’s identity and create a more intuitive, welcoming experience for travelers.
Read the article, entitled “First Class Flight: As Air Travel Surges, Airports Spread Out, Spiff Up to Welcome More Passengers,” located here.
