Curving bridge between city towers

Chicago, United States

BP Pedestrian Bridge

Part of a large lakeside park opened in 2004, this footbridge links the park with a neighbouring green space across a busy road.

The bridge snakes in long, gentle curves so that its slope stays shallow enough for everyone, and its sides are clad in brushed stainless steel panels that also screen the traffic noise below. Its timber deck winds between the city towers, offering changing views of the park and the skyline.

Project Information

Design studio
Frank Gehry
Time
2004
Type
Landscape
Primary materials
Natural timber, Steel
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