Building the feature walls for a new private check-in area at Heathrow airport. 

Feature Walls — Heathrow T5 

Universal Design Studio 

Processes 

  • Metalwork 
  • Joinery 
  • Finishing 
  • Installation 

What we did 

Aldworth James & Bond worked with Universal Design Studio to realise their designs for an exclusive private check-in area at Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5. Consisting of six feature walls, the entrance for first class passengers aimed to bring a “greater sense of visibility, desirability and aspiration” to the check-in experience. 

Aldworth James & Bond | Feature Walls - Heathrow Terminal 5 | Universal Design Studio
  • Aldworth James & Bond | Feature Walls - Heathrow T5 | Universal Design Studio | Metal scalloped feature wall Aldworth James & Bond | Feature Walls - Heathrow T5 | Universal Design Studio | Lounge entrance to dedicated security and check in
  • Aldworth James & Bond | Feature Walls - Heathrow T5 | Universal Design Studio

Our scope of work included the manufacture of the mild steel structures, dry-assembling these frames in our Deptford workshops before transport to Heathrow. The first entrance wall was fitted with articulated clear etched glass and mirrored panels and laser-cut signage to the front, with the second, third and fourth walls featuring stainless steel ‘scalloped’ cladding in three tones: champagne, brass and copper.

Aldworth James & Bond | Feature Walls - Heathrow T5 | Universal Design Studio | Mirrored wall and metal feature wall
  • Aldworth James & Bond | Feature Walls - Heathrow T5 | Universal Design Studio | Specialist wood veneer panels
  • Aldworth James & Bond | Feature Walls - Heathrow T5 | Universal Design Studio | Veneered panel feature walls

Each curved wall featured oak veneered panelling to the back, laid out in a marquetry pattern. The final two lounge walls featured the same oak veneers, with concealed LED lighting.The effect is stunning— the curved walls and material choices bring a unique texture and warmth to the terminal building.

Photography: Paul Greenleaf 

Aldworth James & Bond | Feature Walls at Heathrow Airport | Designed by Universal Design Studio