Conceptualized by Incubis Consultants, the project design envisages a unique celebration of Indian heritage with a specific focus on interpreting the unique culture, iconic architecture and rich craft heritage of Uttar Pradesh within a modern airport environment.

The Adani Group's aim was to enhance the passenger experience and make the journey through this important gateway to Uttar Pradesh a spectacular and memorable celebration.

Incubis Consultants, one of India's respected architecture and design firms with extensive experience in delivering an enhanced passenger experience at airports such as Terminal 3, New Delhi and Terminal 2, Mumbai, was selected to realize the vision of the Adani Group.

All important touchpoints of the passenger journey through the airport terminal were carefully mapped by the Incubis team and a series of creative interventions were meticulously designed.

AKFD Studio, a UNESCO award-winning interdisciplinary furniture and lifestyle design company, based in Jaipur, is renowned for its expertise in working with Indian crafts on a large scale.

The company was chosen to transform the designs into a stunning reality through a collaborative and interactive process. The team led by designer Ayush Kasliwal has handled a wide variety of projects, from handcrafted products, furniture and spaces, to large-scale projects like the Mudra installation at Terminal 3 of Delhi's IGI Airport.

Passengers arriving at the new Lucknow terminal will be immersed in the rich cultural tapestry of the city. Art installations like 'Swagat Wall', 'Basant Bahar', 'Skylights', 'Chikankari Wall' and 'Aalap Wall' showcase traditional Indian craft techniques.

Here, ancient art is seamlessly integrated with modern technology, creating a fluid and unforgettable travel experience.

"A unique opportunity arose to collaborate with Incubis Consultants and showcase the immense potential of Indian craftsmanship on a global stage. It was a journey full of dedication, creative problem solving and of course, a lot of tea! We are incredibly proud to have been part of making this vision a reality," said Ayush Kasliwal, Founder and Design Director, AKFD Studio.

"The new terminal is a testament to the power of collaboration and the beauty of integrating tradition with modern innovation. We are confident that this project will not only enhance the travel experience for passengers, but will also serve as a source of pride for Indians. design community.

"Working with AKFD Studio on the Lucknow Airport project was a truly inspiring experience. Their experience in executing complex Indian crafts on such a large scale was instrumental in bringing our design concept to life," said Amit Krishn Gulati, Co-Founder, Incubis Consultants. (India).

The successful completion of the new terminal in Lucknow marks an important milestone not only for the city but also for the Indian design and craft community.