CIP-IMAM KHOMEINI AIRPORT

This project involves the **redesign and expansion of the CIP Terminal at Imam Khomeini International Airport** in Tehran, Iran. The existing building is currently operational and serving passengers. The proposed scheme covers approximately **15,000 square meters** of renovation and new development. Initial studies revealed that the building suffers from disorganization on two main levels: 1. Intersecting Interior Circulation** Over time, successive changes of use have created overlapping and inefficient circulation routes. The central hall—intended to provide comfort and convenience—has instead become a congested and unsafe passageway. The new design addresses this by reorganizing the internal connections and relocating some functions to the peripheral envelope, thereby freeing the central space and ensuring a safer, more efficient environment. 2. Incoherent External Additions** Through the years, various uncoordinated extensions have been added to the structure, disrupting the integrity of the original massing. The new proposal integrates these additions within the landscape and the overall architectural composition, restoring the autonomy and legibility of the primary building. The overarching goal** of this redesign is to re-establish a **cohesive whole**: transforming the fragmented and rigid current condition into a unified, readable architectural entity. At the same time, it aims to redefine the relationship between the “inside” and “outside” of the project, while fully respecting the airport’s security requirements.