# Chic Tech-Infused Airports The Virgin America SFO Terminal Acknowledges Tech-Savvy Travelers By Chalaine Mantha | Published 2011-04-12 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virgin-america-sfo-terminal References: [geeksugar](http://www.geeksugar.com/Virgin-Americas-SFO-T2-Terminal-15530839?page=0,0,0#0) & [virginamerica](http://www.virginamerica.com/) The [Virgin America SFO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-booth-by-virgin-atlantic) terminal is not your typical drab airport. The terminal offers wide open spaces, large brightly colored screens and plenty of [self-service check-in points](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hello-aberdeen). Once you have passed security, the Virgin America SFO terminal gets even better, with eco-friendly filtered water stations for those who travel with reusable bottles, [fashionable seating in the waiting areas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gateway-collection) and tons of power outlets for those traveling with electronics. There are even tables spread out for those who want to place their laptops on something other than their laps. The terminal is meant to be a relaxing place instead of a super stressful one. There are gorgeous artworks that fill the ceiling and big windows to let in natural light, ensuring that the individuals waiting to board are comfortable and content. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Tech-infused Airports:** Creating airport terminals that incorporate technology to improve the traveler experience. - **Eco-friendly Travel:** Providing amenities and services that cater to environmentally conscious travelers. - **Relaxing Airport Spaces:** Designing airport terminals with comfortable and calming features to reduce traveler stress. ### Who This Affects Most - **Aviation:** Incorporating technology and eco-conscious practices to improve airport terminals and flight experiences. - **Hospitality:** Applying hospitality practices and design principles to create welcoming and comfortable airport spaces. - **Sustainability:** Providing eco-friendly amenities and services to environmentally conscious travelers in the airport. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxuriously Revamped Airport Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chase-sapphire-lounge1.md) - [High-Performance Travel Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/departures-seating.md) - [Garden-Like Airport Terminals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kempegowda-international-airport.md) - [Sensory-Friendly Airport Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensoryfriendly-space.md) - [LED-Wrapped Airport Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pragues-airport.md) - [City-Inspired Airport Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capital-one-lounge-at-jfk.md) - [Airport Lounge Seating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-islands.md) - [Luxe Airline Cafe Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-canada-caf.md) - [Experiential Airline Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emirates-world-travel-store.md)