Abu Dhabi International Airport, Midfield Terminal Building
The Abu Dhabi Midfield Terminal was awarded a prestigious 3 Pearl Design Rating from the Estidama Green Building Rating System, making it the largest singular building globally to achieve this distinction — and the highest-rated airport terminal in the GCC. This milestone reflects a bold commitment to sustainability, innovation, and world-class environmental standards.
Spanning an impressive 700,000 square meters, the Abu Dhabi Midfield Terminal was designed to handle up to 30 million passengers annually and accommodate 65 aircraft simultaneously — setting a new standard for global aviation hubs. Designed by the acclaimed Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, this state-of-the-art terminal blends architectural brilliance with operational efficiency, positioning Abu Dhabi as a major force in international air travel.
Key Features:
- High-performance glazing and low U-value materials to reduce heat gain
- Adaptive HVAC and efficient lighting systems
- Advanced energy monitoring and Building Management System
- Use of recycled and regional materials
- 75% of construction waste diverted from landfills
LOCATION
Abu Dhabi
CLIENT
Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC)
SCOPE
Construction
COMPLETION
February 2012
3 Pearl Estidama Rating
Sustainability Achievement
700,000 sq. ft.
of Terminal Space
65 Aircrafts Accommodated Simultaneously
Aircraft Capacity
30,000 m²
of Airline Lounges
69,000 Tons of Structural Steel Used
Structural Engineering
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