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M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal — Pennsylvania — May 2023 — 9B
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Another bridge for the City of Bridges Pittsburgh International Airport unveils dynamic connector bridge and tunnel design
P ITTSBURGH, PA — Pittsburgh’s most iconic feature may be its entrance from the Fort Pitt Tunnel into its Downtown. And now its airport is using the same idea. Pittsburgh International Airport unveiled the designs of a dynamic connector bridge and tunnel from the new landside terminal – now under construction – to the existing airside center core, a uniquely Pittsburgh gateway for pas- sengers to reach their favorite airside shops, restaurants and, of course, gates. “Pittsburgh is a city with a magnificent entrance and this design, as part of our new terminal program, pro- vides travelers with a simi- lar experience,” said Paul Hoback , chief development officer for the Allegheny County Airport Author -
Just as the Fort Pitt Tunnel provides a dramatic entrance to the city of Pittsburgh, PIT’s connector bridge is designed to evoke the beauty of the region, with a feeling of expansion as passengers exit the bridge and reach the airside center core. Dynamic lighting covering the ceiling inside the bridge will emulate the scenic skies of western Pennsylvania: light, fresh colors in the morning and deep oranges and purples near sunset. “This is something that’s uniquely Pittsburgh, and we want passengers to have that feeling of awe as they enter the mezzanine level,” Hoback said. Once passengers reach the end of the tunnel, the center core will expand into full view as new escalators guide them to the gate level. One of the primary priori- ties in construction of the new
terminal is “for Pittsburgh, by Pittsburgh,” and the connector bridge embodies PIT’s dedica- tion to driving growth in the community, using fabricated materials from nearby Sippel Steel in Ambridge, PA. Renovations and Changes As terminal modernization continues, the airport will begin to look a bit different. Construction on the connec- tor bridge will begin around the escalators currently lead- ing up to the center core from the train platform, including the installation of scaffolding and new wayfinding in the coming weeks. Passengers should allow more time to get to their gates while construction is under- way; new signage will help di- rect them once they get beyond the TSA checkpoint. The new terminal is ex- pected to open in 2025. MAREJ
Pittsburgh International Airport’s design propels travelers through a tunnel that emulates the scenic skies of western Pennsylvania and gives a strong sense of place.
lights PIT’s Nature, Technol- ogy and Community initiative – dubbed NaTeCo – of building for the future.
ity . “Capturing the essence of Pittsburgh is an important part of our new facility.” The connector bridge high-
Oxford achieves sustainable designations: Gold Sustainable Pittsburgh Workplace Designation and Recertification of Well Health-Safety Rating
tion, Oxford is acknowledged for its commitment to sustain- ability based on efforts in areas including carbon reduction; diversity, equity, and inclusion; resource conservation; responsi- ble sourcing; and project design. “Sustainable Pittsburgh is excited to welcome Oxford to the growing number of designated Sustainable Pittsburgh Work- places,” said Sustainable Pitts- burgh’s director of programs, Gina Johnson . “Oxford’s com- mitment to embedding sustain- ability as a core value enables it to strengthen its bottom line, stand out as an employer of choice, and contribute to the vibrancy of its community.” Oxford’s listing can be found by linking to Sustainable Pittsburgh’s Workplace Di- rectory at SustainablePitts- burgh.org/directory. Oxford worked with Ad - vantus Engineers to recer- tify all buildings in 3 Cross- ings with the WELL Health- Safety Rating, continuing to create buildings that adapt to current demands in the market. MAREJ
PITTSBURGH, PA — Ox- ford Development Com - pany announced receipt of two third-party verified environmental, social, and governance designations. Ox- ford has earned the Gold designation as a Sustain- able Pittsburgh Workplace. As a Sustainable Pittsburgh Workplace, Oxford has dem- onstrated its commitment to managing the ESG impacts of its operations as central to its strategy for success. Additionally, Oxford secured recertification of the WELL Health-Safety Rating for the 3 Crossings Campus. Administered by the non- profit Sustainable Pitts- burgh , this recognition pro- gram champions businesses, nonprofits, and other institu- tions for advancing vibrant communities and environmen- tally responsible practices. Workplaces are recognized with one of four levels of des- ignation ranging from Bronze to Platinum. Created through a national benchmarking of best practices
a valuable contribution to the local and regional economies in which they operate. “In 2020 we created a Corporate Responsibility framework that incorporates Diversity, Equity and Inclu- sion, Sustainability, and Wellness. Using this lens, we have worked to enhance our business processes which have allowed us to expand our networks, create more in- 3 Crossings Campus aerial
with the insights and expert guidance of a cross-sector of sustainability professionals and advisors, the program pro- vides actions a workplace can take to advance its sustainabil- ity achievements. It is tailored for organizations of all sizes and sectors in southwestern Pennsylvania that are work- ing to save money, conserve resources, create more equi- table communities, and make
novative and inclusive proj- ects, increase productivity and performance, and protect our planet,” said Steve Guy , president and CEO, Oxford Development Company. “We are still learning, and it is my sincere hope that we con- tinue to evolve, attract the best talent, and work every day to contribute to a better global community.” In earning a Gold designa-
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