<ul><li>Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) reveals the design for the new Gelephu International Airport in Bhutan, integrating traditional craftsmanship and modern architectural innovation.</li><li>The airport features a modular diagrid structure made of glulam timber, adorned with intricate Bhutanese wood carvings.</li><li>Designed to handle up to 123 flights daily, the airport is projected to accommodate 1.3 million passengers by 2040, scaling up to 5.5 million by 2065.</li><li>The airport design includes a forest courtyard, native plants, and elements of traditional Bhutanese design to provide a mindful travel experience and connect passengers to nature.</li></ul>

bjarke ingels group plans ornamental airport in bhutan with intricate woodcarvings

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