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NEW TECHNOLOGY USED IN KLIA 2 Architecture
In constructing KLIA2, UEM Builder Berhad did used Building Information
Modeling (BIM) to design, create and manage all the information of the project. BIM
delivers benefits throughout the building project lifecycle. Make better design decisions,
build more efficiently, and manage and maintain building portfolios more effectively.
When it comes to BIM everything starts with a 3D digital model of the building. This
model is way more than pure geometry and some nice textures cast over it for
visualization. A true BIM model consists of the virtual equivalents of the actual building
parts and pieces used to build a building. These elements have all the characteristics both physical and logical - of their real counterparts. These intelligent elements are the
digital prototype of the physical building elements such as walls, columns, windows,
doors, stairs etc. that allow us to simulate the building and understand its behavior in a
computer environment way before the actual construction starts.
Gateway at KLIA2 was conceived as the first shopping centre to be integrated with
an international airport in Malaysia. At the commencement of the project the adjoining
international airport was already under construction with the intention that the departures
drop-off would provide the access to both buildings.
The form of the building was derived from a series of simple folding planes which
envelope the building and then make way for the main spine of the departure drop-off.
The roof canopy which spans some sixty metres over the departures area takes precedent
from aeronautical forms and its slender supports are intended to imply that their purpose
is to keep the canopy from lifting away rather than support its weight.
Internally the performance of this building was to meet the functions of an
international airport in terms of circulation, occupant capacity and directional signage
whilst retaining its aesthetic focus as a predominately retail environment. The ceiling
plane is pushed high to optimize a sense of space in the busy areas around the pick-up
and drop-off zones and the transport hub. Mechanical and ventilation systems are
swooping forms within the volume; likewise the signage elements, the curves of which
mimic the flight route maps familiar to passengers and which provide visual guidance to
passengers and their companions to and from the terminal. Retail units are conceived as a
series of enclosures within the main volume, with concealed lighting illuminating the

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ceiling plane above. The use of monochromatic finishes creates a clean and uncluttered
back drop to the vibrant colours presented by the retail tenants.
Malaysia new airport, called KLIA2 (Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2), it's
replacing the LCCT (Low-Cost Carrier Terminal). KLIA2 Airport started operations on 2
May 2014 and all flight operations at LCCT were moved to KLIA2 by 9 May 2014.
KLIA2 is built to cater for the explosive growth in low cost travel in the region.
Built at a cost of approximately RM4 billion (US$ 1.3 billion), KLIA2 is the world's
largest purpose-built terminal dedicated to low-cost carrier. The main terminal building of
it's satellite piers with a skybridge, making it the first airport in Asia with such facility.
The ATC (Air Traffic Control) Tower is the tallest ATC Tower in the world standing at a
height of 133.8m (438ft). The terminal has built-up area of 257,845 sqm with 68
departure gates, 10 remote stands, 80 aerobridges, includes a retail space of 35,000 sqm
to accommodate a total of 220 retail outlets. KLIA2 is certified with Leadership in
Energy & Environmental Design (LEED).
The Malaysia Airport KLIA2 comprises of the Main Terminal Building, Skybridge,
Satellite Building, 4 piers and a connected Gateway at KLIA2 shopping mall. The layout
design of KLIA2 is as below: The Arrival Hall is located at Level 2 of KLIA2 Main
Terminal Building. The Arrival Hall is where the Immigrations and Customs check will
take place before entering Malaysia. The Departure Hall is located at Level 3 at the
KLIA2 Main Terminal Building. The Departure Hall is where the passengers will do
check-in, drop luggage, and complete Immigrations check to enter the boarding gates.
The Skybridge links the main terminal building and the satellite building at KLIA2.
Spanning 300 metres with 60 metres of walkalators, the Skybridge will connect the
passenger from Terminal Building to the Satellite Building, allowing passengers to travel
between these two points in just over five minutes. The Satellite building is located at
the end of Skybridge. It has 2 levels. The Level 2 of the Satellite building connects to the
International Piers (Pier P & Pier Q). The Satellite Building has a Transfer Hall that
accommodates flight transfer. The Pier J, Pier K and Pier L is designed to
accommodate Domestic Departures & Arrivals. There is a Transfer Hall after exiting
Pier L to accommodate flight transfer. The Pier P and Pier Q is designed to
accommodate International Departures & Arrivals.