Schiphol altijd klaar nooit af: Ontwerpen 1975-–2025

The follow-up to the sold-out book Schiphol: Groundbreaking Airport Design 1967–1975
New photography by Nelson Kon and Kees Hummel
Sheds light on the architectural DNA of a Dutch icon

By the late 1980s, Schiphol had outgrown its capacity. The airport’s management aimed to double its size within three years and transform it into a transfer terminal, or hub. At the same time, Schiphol evolved into an Airport City, attracting international companies and services.

All of this took place while the airport remained fully operational. Benthem Crouwel NACO designed the expansion and remained involved as Schiphol’s house architect for almost forty years. The plans anticipated a maximum of 35 million passengers annually, but the actual number would eventually double. Through a series of smart extensions, Schiphol continuously adapted to changing demands. Thanks to a carefully considered design strategy, the airport maintained a human scale and a comfortable experience for travellers.

This book looks back on fifty years of constant transformation at Schiphol, showing how the airport managed to evolve while remaining true to its identity.