Submitted by WA ContentsOpen Architectural Project Competition For The Arrivals Terminal Of Vilnius AirportLithuania Architecture News - Jan 04, 2025 - 15:23 html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/REC-html40/loose.dtd"An Open Architectural Project Competition For The Arrivals Terminal Of Vilnius Airport has been launched by the Lithuanian Airport and Architects Association of Lithuania.Vilnius International Airport serves as a significant transportation hub in the Baltic region and is witnessing rapid growth in passenger traffic and services. However, the current infrastructure does not always accommodate the increasing demands of travelers. This competition seeks innovative architectural solutions that fulfill modern aviation requirements while also reflecting Lithuanian culture and contemporary design. The objective is to develop a project for a new arrival terminal at Vilnius Airport that adheres to the highest standards of sustainability and enhances the passenger experience.Vilnius Airport is excited to invite talented architects to take part in a transformative project: the design of a cutting-edge arrivals terminal that will not only meet the needs of modern travelers but also seamlessly integrate with the upcoming Rail-Baltica gauge underground connection station, the new departure terminal, and the revitalized central square set for reconstruction in 2025. Covering an impressive area of approximately 7.86 hectares, this competition offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of air travel in the region. The new arrivals terminal, T5, will be equipped with essential amenities, including an advanced luggage handling system, a welcoming hall, catering facilities, and offices for airport administration and rental. Furthermore, the plan includes a new hotel, making this complex a vital hub for visitors and business travelers alike.Jury and ReviewersSimonas Bartkus, Jury Chairman, CEO (LTOU)Laura Kairien, Jury Member, Chief Architect of Vilnius CityMariia Grachova, Jury Member, Architect, Director of Chapman & Taylors Brussels OfficeTom Holtmann, Jury Member, Architect, Partner and Project Manager at Nordic Office of Architecture, NorwayValdas Stropus, Jury Member, Director of Operations Department (Lithuanian Airports)Arnas Dmanas, Alternate Jury Member, Director of Development Department (Lithuanian Airports)Rolandas Palekas, Alternate Jury Member,Architect, Head of Paleko ARCH studija architecture studio, LithuaniaEvaluation Criteria:Quality of the architectural and urban concept (35%)-Functionality and rationality (30%)Passenger experience (20%)Cost of design services (15%)Monetary Prizes:1st Place: EUR 50,0002nd Place: EUR 35,0003rd Place: EUR 25,0002 Honorary Mentions: EUR 5,000 eachCompetition announcement: 18/11/2024Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: Lithuanian,EnglishSubmission deadline for receipt of tenders: 19/02/2025 08:00:00 (UTC)Date of Familiarization with the Proposals: March 20, 2025, at 10:30 AMResults announcement: spring 2025Read more about the tendering process from here. In addition, more details can be found here.Top image in the article courtesy of Lithuanian Airports.> via ted.europa.euarchitecture competition