In preparation for the 2018 Winter Olympics, Incheon International Airport Corporation commissioned a feature interior landmark for Terminal 2. They sought a visually striking yet functional design.
We aimed to create a design that held symbolic significance fitting for an international airport and Olympic gateway. The red-crowned crane is depicted on the South Korean 500 Won coin and symbolises Incheon. It became the inspiration for our Landmark feature. The unison dance is a ritual a pair of red-crowned cranes will perform together many times over the years, to strengthen their lifelong bond. The landmark’s elegant forms are representative of two dancing cranes and the movement of flight, creating an elegant and memorable feature.
The Landmark’s dynamic form establishes a strong presence within the terminal’s vast space to create a visual feature and intuitive wayfinding piece. Its open form carefully preserves sight lines to adjacent retail areas and seamlessly incorporates the two customer service desks and public seating.
Material finishes have been meticulously chosen to enhance the viewer’s visual journey. From afar, the landmark gleams with a unified reflective metal exterior. As travellers come closer a richness of texture emerges. Each bird form boasts a unique personality, with hammer-beaten and polished finishing techniques. Lighting strategically highlights edges, providing separation from the surrounding environment.
Client
Incheon International
Airport Corporation
