NTMA Awards:

Richmond International AirportHonor Award

Architect: Richmond International Airport, Richmond, VA

Terrazzo Contractor: David Allen Company, Inc. Raleigh, NC


2,000 sq. ft. of 3/8” epoxy terrazzo is the main design element for the Concourse Expansion project at Richmond International Airport.  This project was the first phase in a multi-project expansion program currently underway at Richmond.  Durable floor coverings are a typical need in airports where high amounts of wheeled and foot traffic test the limits of most materials.  Epoxy terrazzo was the material of choice to achieve a highly durable, low maintenance and design flexible flooring.  The palette of five colors utilizes three shades of grey with brick red and navy blue accents.  This palette draws from the vernacular colors of the region.  Central Virginia, and Richmond itself is rich with red brick and stone structures and numerous natural waterways from the James River to the Chesapeake Bay  The geometric patterning incorporates design elements from the existing award-winning parking garages and introduces elements of palette and pattern, which will be seen in the future phases of expansion.  These elements and colors were used to create a vibrant floor pattern leading passengers through the concourse and providing markers at main decision points.  Mother of pearl and glass chips provide a dressy glint and create depth within a color and 1/4” aluminum divider strips provide a crisp out-line to the geometric pattern elements.  Overall, the use of terrazzo was key to Greham Smith and Partners achieving the goal of creating a crisp, clean, and timeless flooring design with easy maint

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