Creating brighter, more modern spaces

Every journey through Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) deserves to begin in a space as vibrant and welcoming as the city itself. PHL is revitalizing more than 500,000 square feet of terminal space for a brighter, cleaner, and more comfortable experience for all who pass through. 

Each update reflects PHL’s commitment to being a people-first airport — where travelers move confidently from curb to gate and employees work in spaces that reflect the pride, professionalism, and care they bring every day. 

Through this transformation, PHL is building a stronger foundation for growth, improvement, and welcoming experiences for years to come.

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Ceilings

New ceiling tiles, fresh paint, grid replacements, and upgraded diffusers make every space feel lighter and more comfortable.

TR-Walls
Walls

Refreshed paint, new tiles, and updated trims bring a welcoming, clean look to corridors and concourses.

TR-Floors
Floors

New carpet, tiles, walk-off mats, and refinished terrazzo add shine and durability that stand up to millions of steps each year.

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Cleaning

Detailed cleaning of the BC Ticket Catwalk and F Security netting restores brightness and enhances the overall look and feel.

how it works

A closer look 

From ticketing areas to hold rooms and concourses, this large-scale improvement effort is projected for completion in early 2026.

closer look

“We managed to complete an immense amount of work in less than a year. PHL and our partner D.J. Keating could not have accomplished what we did throughout the airport without the PHL Airport community's help and understanding while the project dismantled the public concourses and hold rooms to spruce things up for the upcoming big year.”

– Colleen Parker, Project Manager

Department of Aviation, Capital Development Group

 

Meet the team

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PHL Airport Capital Development Team

Colleen Parker
Project Manager
Lynne Perry
Resident Engineer
Rui DiSilva
Construction Inspector
Jeff Campbell
Construction Manager
Eyoel Takle
Graduate Civil Engineer
Mohammad Ilyas
Mechanical Engineer I

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Partners

Daniel J. Keating Company
Baumgardner Finishings
Roman Mosaic & Tile
Hagan
Stenton
Thomas Building Group

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