The Harvey B. Milk Terminal 1 – Climate Action Award

2022 DESIGN AWARD RECIPIENT

The Harvey B. Milk Terminal 1 – Climate Action Award

Harvey Milk Terminal 1 is one of SFO’s largest projects to date, designed to accommodate a 70% increase in passenger capacity while achieving a 60% reduction in energy use from current operations. Terminal 1 sets a new benchmark for world-class air travel while reflecting Bay Area values. The design embodies a philosophy that induces a “quiet wow,” fostering a sense of discovery and delight, leaving a lasting impression of SFO that celebrates the joy of travel.

“A beautiful, high-performing project from top to bottom, earning high scores in all areas of sustainability – we hope airport designers around the country and world will take note of the innovations in San Francisco. Commendable performance criteria include:
Low energy people movers and baggage handling equipment
Active facade systems to control solar gains
FitWel certified airport
PEUI was reduced by 66%
Reduced embodied carbon by 16% through the careful selection of materials”
– 2022 Design Awards Jury