DFW International Airport, Texas/200,000 square feet
Master Planning for the Remote Support Area (RSA) included six different support and service operations on a 32-acre site. Located at D/FW International Airport, the RSA facilitates relocation and expansion of Mail Sort, Cabin Service, Stores, Cargo, Ground Support Equipment, and Aircraft De-icing Operations. The three building, 300,000 s.f. complex is linked to the Terminal Building aircraft apron by a private three lane vehicle service road. This prominent location along International Parkway and south of the Delta Terminal establishes the RSA as the south gateway to the Delta Air Lines D/FW complex.
A 30° building orientation responds to various on-site and off-site influences and maximizes the usable area of the unusual site configuration. Building locations create an interface between public areas and the secured aircraft operations area while promoting the special public function of the Cargo building.
Building massing is straight-forward and economical for the 26-foot clear height material and vehicle operation areas. Buff colored concrete panels, compatible with the D/FW Terminal Building aesthetic, are used to form the primary building envelope. A gray concrete wainscot treatment distinguishes the active AOA-secured area from public areas. Second-level gray glass and aluminum window walls identify the office and break room areas. White-colored insulated metal panels clad the entry towers, help to screen rooftop equipment, and signify the more industrial nature of these non-passenger facilities.
Texas Society of Architects Design Award
Dallas Chapter AIA Honor Award
