J Lee Glenn, Director of Aviation Design, HKS Inc, USA

Speaker Biograghy: As Design Principal, Lee has led design teams for over US$3bn of aviation terminal projects including international, national and regional terminal buildings. His clients have included many of the world's busiest airports such as DFW, SFO, SLC and ATL. He has more than 32 years' experience, and elegant design solutions that represent the unique character of their host airport and region are his main focus. Design conceptualisation, design direction and design management are his primary skills, while maintaining a highly integrated value system reflective of the complex aesthetic, experiential and technical nature of the aviation terminal prototype. Throughout the life of a project, he ensures that a clear conceptual vision guides the work by providing direction and clarity in all phases of design and execution.


Day 3 - 17 March
Session: Airport Design, Planning & Development

09:55 - 10:20 - High-tech/high-touch: technology and authentic experience at SFO's Terminal 1
Synopsis: Technology supports the traveller through information exchange, but also disconnects from direct experience. The Millennial Generation in particular insists on the personal delivery of information via smart devices, while also seeking connectivity and experiential spaces. The presentation shows SFO's Terminal 1 redevelopment programme and how it is reconciling this dichotomy. The 850,000ft2 programme will include the latest informational and wayfinding technology, while incorporating elements that reconnect the traveller with an authentic experience reflective of the culture and attributes of the Bay Area. By relating high-tech and high-touch, the terminal exhibits a unique sensitivity to modern travel needs.

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