AIRSIDE MODERNIZATION PROGRAM

Terminal 1 Minneapolis St.Paul Airport, Minnesota, USA

Image Courtesy: Gensler

Project Team:

Client: Delta Airlines, Metropolitan Airports Commission, AvAir Pros

Design team: Gensler, Design by Melo, BMcD

Contractor: JE Dunn

Project Description:

  • Modernization of six Terminal 1 concourses will improve operations, sustainability, and the overall passenger experience, creating a more welcoming and engaging atmosphere for travelers.

  • Improvements to 75 Delta Air Lines’ gates:

    • New gate seating with power outlets

    • New millwork (gate counters/podiums)

    • New carpeting in gate areas to match other Delta hubs

    • Updated gate information display system (GIDS) screens

    • Refreshed Delta branding and signage 

  • New Terrazzo flooring (replacing carpet) in concourse walkways (C, D, G); new carpet in concourses A, B and F

  • New wall finishes including quarter-height granite in public corridors and tile in Delta gate areas

  • Installation of brighter, more modern and sustainable LED lighting in concourse walkways and gate areas

  • Metal panel ceiling systems replace existing acoustic gypsum panels in the majority of concourse walkways  

  • New structural column covers 

  • Technology upgrades that include dynamic flight information screens along concourse walkways at every gate.


     

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Design Lead for all 3 Phases of Airside Modernization Program - part of the team from Interview through final completion

  • Technical Coordinator with consultants - Electrical, Fire Alarm, Fire Protection, Telecommunication, Mechanical and Structural systems

  • Documented and presented to various stakeholders - MAC Trades, Delta Leadership, Contractor partners