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Spanish architect, Santiago Calatrava, has just unmasked his preliminary designs for Denver International Airport’s South terminal redevelopment program. The redevelopment is said to not only “enhance the airport’s connectivity and functionality, but is also expected to create more than 6,600 jobs.”

“My goal in designing a train station adjacent to such an iconic structure as the Jeppeson terminal has been to complement it with a design of independent identity and equal quality,” said Calatrava.

“It is my sincere hope that the vision expressed in this proposal not only respects and complements the existing architecture, but enables Denver International Airport to continue to serve as a landmark for centuries to come.”

The project is one of the largest in the country. It includes the construction of a signature rail bridge, a terminal train station, a 500-room hotel and conference center and a multi-function civic plaza complete with retail and concessions.

Calatrava’s concept for the south terminal redevelopment program is the first phase of a planned enhancement of denver international airport and is already asserting itself as an icon for 21st century airport design.