Aviation

News August 26, 2026

Hassell lands design role on Melbourne Airport’s T2 satellite expansion

Building on our five-year partnership with Australia Pacific Airports (Melbourne), Hassell has been appointed for the architecture and interiors scope for the crucial International Terminal 2 (T2) satellite expansion and refurbishment.

News June 29, 2026

The luxury of time: Inside Sydney Airport’s new first-class micro-sanctuary

At Sydney Airport’s International Departures Hall, the newly unveiled Ascent Lounge is reshaping the pre-flight journey for global first-class passengers.

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Sydney Airport International Forecourt

Our design for the Sydney Airport International Forecourt transforms the visitor arrival and departure experience via an immersive landscape that embodies the spirit of Sydney. The revitalised public space sets a new industry benchmark for a First Nations design for Australia’s most traversed public space.

Tony Grist

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The Square Terminal 1, Melbourne Airport

Conceived as a piazza, The Square — a food and beverage precinct inside Melbourne Airport, Australia puts the traveller experience at its heart.

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Gold Coast Airport

Future passenger growth is at the heart of our design for Project LIFT - a multi-million dollar airport expansion.

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Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport

Marking a generational milestone in Sydney’s urban development, Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport exemplifies how research-led design can respect First Nations Australians and the concept of Country while facilitating a dynamic future.

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Adelaide Airport Terminal Expansion

This expanded terminal will be a destination in its own right, a gateway to the city and a connection to the state’s landscape and culture.

Media April 16, 2025

Hassell and Djinjama unveil designs for six new airport metro stations

Work to construct six new metro stations for Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport is in full swing and designs for each station are now finalised, writes Architecture & Design.

Rosie Morley

With over 20 years of experience, Rosie is a passionate interior designer, design communicator and a Principal at our Melbourne studio.

Media August 01, 2023

Sydney Airport unveils new forecourt at International Arrivals Terminal

Sydney Airport has officially opened its new T1 International arrivals forecourt — designed by Hassell — which is set to be enjoyed by millions of international travellers every year.

Darren Cartlidge

An architect with nearly three decades of professional experience, Darren has a deep understanding of the markets and clients across Asia.

News December 14, 2022

Gold Coast airport expansion takes off

The highly anticipated Gold Coast Airport Terminal expansion between Brisbane and Byron Bay in Australia has opened just in time to welcome holiday travellers.

Conversation

Next generation airports

With international borders now open in Australia, what can we expect from the new generation of airports as travel re-emerges?

CONVERSATIONS

Looking outside for answers: Post-COVID airport operations

What if the answer to post-COVID-19 airport operational requirements isn’t as extreme as redeveloping terminal space? What if we look outside the terminal to the arrival spaces and forecourts?