Muzamil Mutalib

advisor

City University Malaysia

Malaysia

Lecturer specializing in Interior Design and Architecture, with a strong passion for blending… more

This project presents a conceptually rich and visually compelling vision for the new Aden International Airport, distinguished by its symbolic and mathematical grounding in the Smith chart. The idea of interpreting global air travel networks as transmission lines and grounding the architectural form in overlapping circles that radiate from a central point is both poetic and intellectually rigorous. The form beautifully reinforces the airport’s role as a gateway an origin point from which movement and connection radiate outward.

Visually, the architectural language is striking, and the integration of circular geometries with functional airport requirements demonstrates a strong ambition to merge form, function and symbolism. The environmental considerations, such as side lighting to mitigate solar heat gain and the use of solar panels and sustainable materials are commendable and necessary for the hot, humid climate of Aden.

For future refinement, deeper development of the interior passenger experience and circulation logic would strengthen the design. How passengers navigate this symbolic geometry functionally and comfortably is critical in airport typology. Clarity of signage, intuitive zoning and daylighting in terminal spaces could be further articulated.

Overall, this is a conceptually powerful and environmentally conscious proposal with great narrative depth and architectural boldness. It showcases strong potential and a unique creative identity.