Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport Terminal 3
Iconic "flying fish" design with double-layer honeycomb facade — 10,000㎡ of laminated glass supplied by LIYUAN
Get Quote for Similar ProjectAs a key landmark of Shenzhen's aviation gateway, Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport Terminal 3 stands out with its dynamic "flying fish" form and double-layer honeycomb facade system, making it one of the most recognizable airport buildings in China. Since its opening in 2013, the terminal has combined modern aesthetics with practical functionality. Its open, transparent spatial design and energy-efficient features have made it a prominent "air gateway" connecting Shenzhen to the world.
LIYUAN Glass, as the glass supplier for Terminal 3, was fully involved in the project's glass supply. Leveraging reliable product quality and a well-established supply system, the company delivered 6+6 laminated glass with a total supply area of approximately 10,000 square meters, supporting the successful implementation of the curtain wall system.
This laminated glass offers excellent safety performance, high light transmittance, and strong impact resistance, making it well-suited for large-span curtain wall applications and daylighting areas in airport buildings. It ensures a high level of transparency, allowing natural light to fully penetrate the interior spaces, thereby contributing to energy efficiency. At the same time, it provides reliable resistance against harsh outdoor conditions, enhancing the overall safety of the building envelope.
From manufacturing to precise delivery, LIYUAN Glass has consistently adhered to strict quality standards, meeting the high specifications required for airport construction projects. Through high-performance specialty glass solutions, the company has contributed to the advancement of modern airport architecture.
Technical Details
Why This Configuration?
- Laminated construction ensures glass stays in frame if broken — critical for airport public safety
- High transparency allows natural light to penetrate deep into terminal spaces, reducing artificial lighting costs
- Impact resistance protects against wind-borne debris and extreme weather conditions at airport locations
- Energy-efficient glazing contributes to the terminal's green building performance targets
Facade System
Terminal 3 features a distinctive double-layer honeycomb facade system that defines its iconic "flying fish" silhouette. The curtain wall glass plays a fundamental role in delivering both the visual impact and energy performance of this landmark — creating open, transparent interior spaces while maintaining structural integrity and weather resistance.
- Double-layer honeycomb facade creating the iconic "flying fish" form
- Large-span curtain wall with high transparency for open interior spaces
- Energy-efficient daylighting reducing artificial lighting and HVAC load
- Reliable weather resistance for Shenzhen's subtropical climate
- Seamless integration of modern aesthetics with practical functionality
Challenges & Solutions
Project Challenges
- Massive scale — 10,000㎡ of laminated glass requiring consistent quality across all panels
- Complex honeycomb facade geometry demanding precise panel dimensions
- Airport-grade safety standards with zero tolerance for defects
- Tight delivery schedule coordinated with multiple construction phases
- Shenzhen's subtropical climate requiring high weather and UV resistance
LIYUAN Solutions
- Strict batch-by-batch quality control ensuring consistency across 10,000㎡ of laminated glass
- Precise manufacturing with dimensional tolerance control for honeycomb facade integration
- Full compliance with airport construction specifications — every panel inspected before delivery
- Well-established supply system enabling reliable phased delivery on schedule
- High-performance laminated glass providing impact resistance, UV protection, and long-term durability
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Delivery & Quality Assurance
Consistent Quality
Strict quality standards maintained across 10,000㎡ — meeting airport-grade specifications
Reliable Supply System
Well-established production and logistics system ensuring on-time phased delivery
Professional Packaging
Reinforced wooden crates with foam padding designed for laminated glass transport
Precise Manufacturing
Dimensional accuracy ensuring seamless integration with honeycomb facade system
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