Richard Spencer, Design Director - Aviation, Woods Bagot, USA

Speaker Biograghy: Richard is a Chartered Architect with 37 years' experience in architectural practices around the world, 25 of them as a Principal. For the last 18 years he has been leading design teams on a global spread of aviation and transportation projects. Developing his expertise in the airport field through his involvement in many landmark projects such as Terminal 5 at London Heathrow and the new Terminal 3 at Delhi International Airport, Richard has spoken extensively at airport conferences, published articles and been interviewed on TV discussing airport design and development. As Design Director - Aviation for Woods Bagot, Richard spent four years in Australia leading the planning and design of the major expansion of Perth Airport’s international terminal. He is now based in San Francisco leading the planning of Boarding Area B at SFO for the HKS/Woods Bagot/ED2/KYA joint venture.


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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