A New North-Side Extension at Avram Iancu International Airport
Ground Studio de Arhitectură designs the new north-side departures extension at Avram Iancu International Airport in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The structure is set to accommodate increasing passenger volumes while redefining the architectural presence of the terminal. Conceived as both an infrastructural expansion and a design intervention, the project positions the terminal as a clearly legible component of the city’s evolving urban framework.
The primary extension is located on the northern side of the terminal, projecting approximately 18 meters toward the runway to provide additional passenger regrouping areas in response to the growing number of boarding gates. A secondary expansion on the eastern side extends roughly 17 meters and aligns with the northern addition. Together, these interventions establish a cohesive architectural composition that unifies the existing structure with the new volumes.
all images courtesy of Șumlea Marius
Ground Studio de Arhitectură’s design ensures Vertical Rhythm
The design strategy followed by Ground Studio de Arhitectură’s team emphasizes visual continuity across the terminal while introducing a distinct formal language for the extension. A series of semi-transparent metal arches defines the main facade, creating a repeated vertical rhythm that contrasts with the building’s elongated horizontal profile. This interplay between vertical and horizontal elements contributes to a balanced overall composition and reinforces the legibility of the extension within the airport complex.
The arched elements also mediate between interior and exterior spaces, framing views toward the surrounding landscape and allowing light to filter into the terminal. Their semi-transparent construction supports visual permeability while maintaining a consistent architectural identity when viewed from both near and distant perspectives.
the north-side departures extension is designed by Ground Studio de Arhitectură
the project combines infrastructural expansion with architectural design
natural light filters into the interior through the facade
vertical rhythms contrast with the terminal’s horizontal form
framed views connect the terminal to the surrounding landscape
semi-transparent metal arches articulate the main facade
the design maintains visual continuity across the terminal
the project is located at Avram Iancu International Airport in Cluj-Napoca
project info:
name: North-Side Departures Terminal Expansion at Avram Iancu International Airport
architect: Ground Studio de Arhitectură | @groundstudioarh
design team: Roxana Rotaru, Catinca Joița, Mihai Giurgiu, Adelina Andrei
location: Cluj-Napoca, Romania
photographer: Șumlea Marius | @sumleamarius
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