Here are the world\u2019s most beautiful architecturally designed airports that have made it to the top 10 list.<\/p>\n
1. Yantai Penglai International Airport Terminal 2, China<\/p>\n
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Spanning across 167,000 square meters, the airport tops the list of the most beautiful airports in the world. Designed by Aedas along with CSWADI and the Shanghai New Era Airport Design, the inspiration for the design comes from its coastal position. <\/p>\n
The airport\u2019s wobbling roof was inspired by the ever-shifting Kunyu Mountain. The skylights, interspersed across the building, are designed to guide passengers to their respective departure gates.<\/p>\n
At the terminal\u2019s pinnacle, a glazed dome is placed above a multi-storey atrium. This allows natural light to fill the entire airport.<\/p>\n
2. Marseille Provence Airport Terminal 1, France<\/p>\n
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Marseille\u2019s Provence Airport Terminal 1 has undergone a unique transformation, celebrating modern design and a deep-rooted French cultural significance. Spread across around 20,000 square meters, the terminal is ranked second in the most beautiful architectural airport.<\/p>\n
The terminal boasts an inverted beam roof and a 22-meter-long, recycled metal-made window-framed hall. A 72-foot-long ceiling soared a grid of aluminum skylights to promote natural ventilation.<\/p>\n
The airport\u2019s design is heavily inspired by the maritime character of Marseilles, featuring timber canopies and wooden facades- a reminiscence of the boat house in the Old Port. The centerpiece is a new eye-catcher with a vast hall, bridging between the old terminals.<\/p>\n
3. Roland Garros Airport Arrivals Terminal, Reunion Islands<\/p>\n
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The redesigned terminal of Roland Garros Airport is as unique as its landscape. Made with 70% of recycled steel, 830 adjustable louvers that automatically adjust to ever-changing climatic conditions, sustainability is at the core of the airport architecture.<\/p>\n
Inspired by Reunios Island\u2019s lush green ravines and canyon-like structure, the entire airport acts as a natural ventilation system. The interiors greet travelers with native plants and warm-toned wood that bring the tropical surroundings alive.<\/p>\n
The airport offers an experience beyond customs and into the easing of the island\u2019s most rhythmic moment of arrival.<\/p>\n
4. Kansai International Airport Terminal 1, Japan<\/p>\n
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Built on an artificial island of Osaka Bay, Kansai International Airport<\/a> Terminal 1 has long been admired for its engineering marvel.<\/p>\n Designed by the infamous architect Renzo Piano, the terminal\u2019s new design intricately preserves the illustrious legacy, while adding layers of innovation and elegance. The new interior expansions are designed using a range of natural materials to give them a distinctive Japanese look.<\/p>\n The foreign lounges and retail areas are now 60% bigger in size, accommodating 13 stores, a street food court, and upscale coffee shops. The passengers can savor Japanese comfort cuisine, including ramen, udon, and sushi.<\/p>\n Moreover, the terminal is equipped with improved smart security lanes powered by real-time data with the capacity to carry 6,000 people per hour. This added an essential upgrade before the World Expo 2025 event in Osaka.<\/p>\n 5. International Airport Main Terminal, Portland<\/strong><\/p>\n The ZGF-designed Portland Airport<\/a> Main Terminal took inspiration for its redesign from a walk in a forest. The entire terminal gives the aesthetics of a living, breathing forest, perched under a massive wave-shaped roof crafted from the locally sourced timber.<\/p>\n This innovative green building design incorporates over 70 fully-grown trees and 5,000 plants, promoting a lush and calm oasis for passengers amid the bustling travel scenarios.<\/p>\n The inspiration behind the terminal\u2019s design is based on the idea of biophilia, entertaining 60% of the main walkways filled with sunlight and lush green throughout the terminal.<\/p>\n Inside the concessions hall, from donuts and seafood chowder to Powell\u2019s Books outpost, passengers can hop to the terminal\u2019s dining options, showcasing Oregon culture.<\/p>\n The terminal even attached a micro-cinema offering short films directed by local creators, turning layover and flight delays into immersive experiences.<\/p>\n 6. International Airport Main Terminal 1, San Francisco<\/p>\n San Francisco\u2019s<\/a> Main Airport Terminal sets the high standard in sustainable airport design. Every inch of the terminal is engineered keeping environmental efficiency in mind.<\/p>\n During the redesign, the construction itself reduced 79% carbon emissions to systems that diminish energy use by nearly 60% and divert over 90% of waste from landfills.<\/p>\n The building is an exemplary model for green infrastructure fitted with a solar panel-fitted roof, a low-carbon baggage handling system, and fritted glass for glare control.<\/p>\n The Gensler and Kuth Ranieri architectural teams innovated a dual plumbing system. This enables potable and non-potable water waste diversion toward flushing fixtures and landscapes.<\/p>\n The airport hasn\u2019t compromised any aesthetic aspect in the comfort of the passengers, despite all the carbon reductions. The public art installations, open gallery spaces, and the world\u2019s only completely accredited airport museum turn the building into San Francisco\u2019s creative identity.<\/p>\n 7. Marrakesh Menara Airport, Morocco<\/strong><\/p>\n Secured a seventh place in Conde Nast Traveler\u2019s Readers\u2019 Choice Awards 2021, Morocco\u2019s Marrakesh Menara Airport continues to be the world\u2019s most beautiful architectural airport in 2025.<\/p>\n The airport itself is an engineering marvel immersed in Moroccan-style landscape and heritage.<\/p>\n Inspired by traditional Islamic geometric art, its most striking feature is the honeycomb-patterned facade, which filters sunlight throughout the space in delicate patterns.<\/p>\n The sleek steel and soft stone textures blend the contemporary appeal with historical aspects, while the broader glass walls give a comprehensive glimpse into the outside world. Adorned with arabesque motifs and subtle desert hues, the interior spaces resonate with medina and the surrounding landscapes\u00a0of Morocco.<\/p>\n In terms of facilities and amenities, high-speed Wi-Fi, business centers equipped with printers, computers, and charging stations won\u2019t leave passengers stranded during layovers. <\/p>\n The terminal\u2019s design, balanced with functionality and Eco-friendliness, offers passengers a window into Morocco\u2019s cultural richness and architectural sophistication.<\/p>\n Best Architectural Airports FAQs<\/p>\n 1. What is the Prix Versailles award?<\/strong> <\/p>\n It\u2019s an international architecture prize, presented by UNESCO and the International Union of Architects, that recognizes outstanding design in categories like airports, hotels, and cultural buildings.<\/p>\n 2. Which airport ranked first in 2025?<\/strong> <\/p>\n Yantai Penglai International Airport Terminal 2 in China topped the list for its coastal-inspired design, natural lighting, and architectural innovation.<\/p>\n 3. Why are these airports considered beautiful?<\/strong> <\/p>\n They combine striking architecture with cultural storytelling, sustainable building practices, and passenger-friendly spaces\u2014turning a functional stop into an experience.<\/p>\n Bottom Line<\/p>\n The 2025 Prix Versailles awards, presented by UNESCO and the International Union of Architects, spotlight seven airports celebrated for exceptional architecture, sustainability, and passenger experience.<\/p>\n The world\u2019s most beautiful airports in 2025 aren\u2019t just transit hubs\u2014they\u2019re architectural statements that blend local culture, sustainability, and passenger comfort into destinations in their own right.<\/p>\n Stay tuned with us. 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