Design firm LUO studio has recently completed a new pedestrian bridge in Jiangmen City, China, that’s been built using pine wood, concrete, aluminum plate, and glass.
The bridge, which spans across a small tidal waterway and is located within an eco-cultural tourism resort, has an arched design that accommodates the passage of boats underneath and provides a stronger structure.
One of the numerous small bridges at the Gulou Waterfront Resort, LUO studio utilized natural wood materials to build the arched structure. This design elevates the bridge over 4 meters above the typical water level, enabling small fishing boats and tour vessels to navigate beneath it.
LUO studio utilized 3 large curved beams as main structural components, which are arranged in a parallel manner with 9 foot (2.8m) spacing between them.
Each main beam was carefully segmented into three sections at strategically chosen locations, taking into account the costs associated with manufacturing and transportation. These sections were then connected and assembled on-site using steel-reinforced bolts to create the complete wooden beam.
The bridge’s design draws upon the architectural knowledge of ancient covered bridges, featuring a somewhat enclosed corridor that highlights the shift from the functional commercial street to the more whimsical children’s recreation area. This design enables visitors to engage in a ceremonial journey as they move through the space.
The corridor’s exterior is clad in multiple layers of metal plates, providing effective protection against rain and fostering a cohesive aesthetic for the area, while the roof’s design permits the passage of light.
You can see more details of the bridge by watching the following video…
