The Kissing Gate at Liverpool John Lennon Airport
MJC supported the refurbishment of The Kissing Gate at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, a high-footfall dining venue within the terminal.
- Sector
- Airport Retail
- Status
- Delivered
— Pedro Barata
“Designing for airport environments means thinking about flow, durability and finish. At The Kissing Gate, our job was to make sure the structure quietly supported all of that - without getting in the way.”
Live terminal, landlord requirements and fit-out interfaces.
Structural Engineer
Calculations, fixing details and hand-back information for approval.
What the brief was — and what we delivered.
MJC supported the refurbishment of The Kissing Gate at Liverpool John Lennon Airport, a high-footfall dining venue within the terminal.
Brief
The refurbishment created a brighter and more inviting passenger space while retaining the venue's warm dining atmosphere. Structural coordination focused on flow, durability and the integration of the refreshed interior.
Structural considerations
- Open layout to improve passenger movement.
- High-durability fixtures and finishes for constant use.
- Adaptable seating arrangements for varied passenger groups.
- Coordination with designers and contractors in a live airport setting.
Outcome
The completed venue gives passengers a comfortable place to pause before travel, with the structure supporting both the experience and the airport's operational requirements.
The work, on site.
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