Queenstown Airport terminal concept design to begin

Hassell, in partnership with architecture and design practice Warren and Mahoney (WAM) has been selected by Queenstown Airport, New Zealand, to deliver the concept design for the Queenstown Terminal upgrade.

Marking a major milestone, Hassell and WAM will partner with the Queenstown Airport Corporation (QAC) to develop a concept design for the expansion and upgrade of the airport terminal. The project aims to significantly increase capacity and elevate the experience for customers and staff alike.

“This is one of the most spectacular airport locations in the world,” said Tony Grist, Principal at Hassell. ​“We are pleased to be entrusted, together with our partners Warren and Mahoney, to deliver a vision for the future, defined by QAC and grounded in this amazing place,” 

“Warren and Mahoney and Hassell are the right partners to help us create a striking concept design that captures the essence of Queenstown and leaves a lasting impression on every traveller flying in or out,” said Shane O’Hare, Chief Executive of QAC.

Both WAM and Hassell have a wealth of experience working with airports on both sides of the Tasman – including Christchurch, Wellington, Sydney, Melbourne, and Gold Coast airports – and globally.

The terminal concept design is expected to be completed by mid-2027.