Saarinen's TWA Flight Center

Saarinen’s TWA Flight Center, located at JFK Airport, is an iconic example of mid-20th-century modern architecture. Designed by Eero Saarinen and completed in 1962, it features flowing, organic lines and a bold, futuristic aesthetic that resembles a bird in flight. The structure’s soaring "wings" and open interior create a sense of movement and innovation, reflecting the optimism of the jet age. Originally serving as a major airline terminal, it’s now preserved as a historic landmark, admired for its pioneering design that combines functionality with sculptural beauty, symbolizing the excitement and progress of air travel.