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| New terminal opens at Detroit Metropolitan Airport The North Terminal at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), designed by the architectural firm Gensler, celebrated its official opening on September 17. The new terminal is one of the first to be fully designed and constructed post-9/11 and will reinforce DTW's status as one of the world's most modern and efficient airports. The North Terminal sits on the former Davey Terminal (demolished in 2005) site and replaces the aging Smith and Berry terminals. Gensler served as the terminal's architect, and Walbridge/Barton Malow company served as the terminal's construction manager at risk. The 850,000-square-foot, 26-gate terminal, expected to see between eight to 14 million passengers per year, enhances DTW's status as a global gateway to the metro region. The $431 million terminal met stringent budget requirements and establishes new benchmarks for value-conscious airport facilities. write your comments about the article :: © 2008 Construction News :: home page |