Pedestrian Bridge
The new pedestrian bridge, made of cor-ten steel and featuring wooden floors, ceilings, and walls, is being constructed by SK Langeland, Rintala Eggertsson Architects, and the IKM Steel & Facade team.
Cor-ten steel, Accoya, and wood for a pedestrian bridge in Norway
Replacement of a historic bridge damaged by a flood, the new wood and steel pedestrian bridge, built following a competition organized by a municipality in Western Norway, is characterized by the rhythmic interplay of its modules.
Panorama and experience
The pedestrian crossing this bridge finds themselves on one of the projects of urban architecture realized with sustainable materials and innovative techniques. The view of the surrounding nature is guaranteed by its great value. The rhythmic play of the bridge modules, based on the distance between the pillars of the old bridge, aims to break the monotony of crossing the river. The two rooms offer a break from the linear and regular rhythm of the bridge, as well as the opportunity to stop and enjoy the landscape.
Materials Combination
The basic rhythm is given by the steel pillars, while the wooden structure provides a secondary movement. The two materials have different roles: if the steel expresses the strength of the load-bearing structure, the wood used inside creates intimacy.
Cor-ten steel and Accoya
The inconvenience of bridge maintenance is solved by using Cor-ten steel and Accoya as cladding materials, which combine durability, strength, and low maintenance costs over the years. Additionally, the addition of a roof helps to reduce issues with snow, which can be a problem for pedestrian bridges.
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