Oakland International Airport, International Arrivals Building Improvements

As Prime Architect, AE3 led programming, architectural design, and construction administration for the 40,000 SF facility. Our team coordinated with airport operations, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and Federal Inspection Services to shape operational requirements, improve passenger flow, and modernize processing areas. AE3 delivered the full architectural design and provided ongoing construction-phase support to ensure technical accuracy, system integration, and compliance with international standards.

The International Arrivals Building was expanded from 24,000 SF to 40,000 SF to process up to 600 passengers per hour and improve connectivity to Terminal 1. The project doubled passenger circulation space, upgraded Federal Inspection Services and U.S. Customs and Border Protection areas, and modernized international baggage claim, primary and secondary processing, and the in-transit lounge. Enhancements included 16 BorderXpress kiosks, 14 processing stations, two Global Entry kiosks, two new baggage reclaim carousels, conveyance system improvements, a reconfigured boarding bridge at Gate 1, and comprehensive interior, infrastructure, lighting, and flooring upgrades.

Location: Oakland, CA
Role: Prime Architect
Size: 40,000 SF
Status: Complete