In a recent update by Adani in their endeavour as they pursue Kenya’s JKIA contract deal, the Indian-based company recently released proposed Adani‘s JKIA Terminal Designs of the airport terminal which has caught the attention of many Kenyans and met with different reactions and opinions regarding the project.
Butterfly-Inspired Art Installations and Educational Displays: According to the released proposed design of the Kenyan Airport terminal, there shall be inclusivity of interactive art installations and educational displays about Kenya’s vast ecosystems, which include butterfly species, adding an environmentally conscious dimension to the travel experience.
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Adani’s JKIA Terminal Designs Inspiration
The décor of the terminal entails artistic representations of the Kenya’s butterfly species, such as the African monarch, symbolizing transformation and freedom.
These installations, alongside with educational displays, enhance travellers’
understanding of Kenya’s amazing biodiversity.
Project Factsheet
Cost: $1.83 billion
Contractor: Adani
Location: JKIA Nairobi, Kenya
Capacity: 30 Acres
Butterfly Gardens and Indigenous Plant Spaces
Biophilic design takes center stagewith integrated butterfly gardens and indigenous plants, promoting sustainability while offering travelers a serene, nature-filled experience.
Biophilic design plays a major role in the terminal’s layout, with butterfly gardens and indigenous plants bringing the natural world indoors. These spaces not only provide aesthetic appeal but also improve sustainability by utilizing eco-friendly features such as rainwater harvesting and even solar energy.
Modernized Check-In Area with Butterfly-Inspired Motifs: The check-in area are designed to feature organic shapes and butterfly-themed patterns, thereby creating a
seamless flow for the terminal’s travellers while celebrating Kenya’s natural beauty.
Moreover, inside the terminal’s check-in area, it will showcase butterfly-inspired motifs and smooth, flowing designs that will ensure seamless movement for its travelers. These organic shapes, embedded with energy-efficient technologies, foresee to improve both the facility’s functionality and environmental impact.
Interior Atrium Flooded with Natural Light: Expansive skylights and glass façades allow natural light to flow through the terminal, creating a bright, airy atmosphere that
mirrors butterflies in flight.
Using Natural Light to Light up the Terminal
The expansive utilisation of glass and skylights allows sunlight to flood the terminal space, eventually creating an open and airy atmosphere reminiscent of butterflies in flight. The smooth, dynamic flow through the terminal reflects the natural outside environment, offering travellers a breathtaking serene and functional experience.
Exterior View of the Butterfly-Inspired Terminal: The sweeping, curved forms of the terminal’s roof and façade designs are inspired by the wings of Kenyan butterflies. This bring a fluid, natural aesthetic to JKIA.
The vibrant colour palette is another nod to Kenya’s diverse butterfly species. Rich hues, paired with textural patterns that echo the wings of butterflies. This creates a lively yet tranquil atmosphere, providing travellers with a sensory journey that celebrates both Kenyan heritage and nature’s beauty. This bold new design positions JKIA not only as a major travel hub but as a testament to Kenya’s cultural and ecological treasures.
The Adani-JKIA deal has been facing strong resistance, leading to a major protest last month, which temporarily paralyzed operations at the airport and caused flights to be suspended. Workers from the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) later called off the strike as union negotiations with the government continue, aimed at securing employee interests.
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