Beijing Daxing Airport

Modern Chinese terminal.

Overview

Beijing Daxing Airport, using steel and glass, is a 2019 terminal in Beijing, China.

Core Characteristics

• Starfish-shaped, open layout.
• Glass roof, steel structure.
• Contemporary aesthetic.

Architectural Connections

• Modern: 21st century.
• Civic: Airport.
• Contemporary Architecture: Core movement.

Influence and Legacy

Designed by Zaha Hadid, global aviation hub.

Related Concepts & Techniques

Steel Construction (technique), Fluidity (theory), Roof (element), Contemporary (movement)