The 2010 AIA 25-Year Award: The Hajj Terminal at King Abdul Aziz International Airport

13/09/2010
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Descripción de The 2010 AIA 25-Year Award: The Hajj Terminal at King Abdul Aziz International Airport

In this podcast, we'll have a special conversation about the 2010 recipient of this award: the Hajj Terminal at King Abdul Aziz International Airport in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, which was designed by the Chicago and New York offices of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. Millions of Hajj pilgrims to the Islamic holy site of Mecca travel through this tented, open-air terminal every year. The challenges facing America in 2009 are opportunities for architects to be leaders in helping to rebuild this nation's infrastructure, jump-start the economy, and advance the vision of a more sustainable, livable built environment The statements expressed in the podcast reflect the participants' own views and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of the American Institute of Architects. Broadcast and posting of this podcast should not be deemed or construed to constitute AIA approval, sponsorship, or endorsement of any method, product, service, enterprise, or organization. This podcast is intended for general information purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. The listener should consult with a licensed professional to determine how laws, suggestions, and illustrations apply to specific situations.