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Pearson: Finished

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A close view of one of the "wishbones" that forms the back spine of the departures level of the new terminal building.

A close view of one of the "wishbones" that forms the back spine of the departures level of the new terminal building. A view along the rear of the departures level - this opens down to the baggage claim below. A view across the interior of the terminal. The skylights across the space highlight the curved roof beams. A view down the length of the curved terminal building. There is more than adequate space for queuing beneath the height of the curved barrel vaulted steel roof. An exposed steel structure carries the load of the extensive glazing along the passenger drop off side of the terminal building. Looking towards the connection at the top of the front wall support system. Detail at the base of a steel column along the front of the building. A view from the arrivals level up through the "cut" just inside the front wall of the terminal building. A closer look at the bracing system between the curved steel roof ribs at each skylight. Looking up into the apex of a "wishbone". Base connection of the "wishbone" to the concrete and steel buttress system along the back wall of the terminal.

Project Description Project Team

Project Description

The opening gala for the airport was held on December 2, 2003. This did not mark the conclusion of the project, as work continues to expand the length of the terminal to be able to also accommodate more flights once the existing Terminal 2 building is put out of service. The airport expansion continues the line and detailing of the early phase of the terminal.

photos: Terri Meyer Boake

Pearson International Airport - World Class Hub

Pearson International Airport boasts some fine examples of Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel, highlighting the craftsmanship of the fabricators and ironworkers involved in the project.

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