The bridge over Vasadockan is designed based on the idea of a bare gangway spanning between the two quays, creating a gene crossing over the dock. The design is an expression of its construction, which is a Vierendeel girder, and the form enhances the idea of an object that is fitted in place. The idea is that the bridge in its scale and materiality should feel like an obvious, yet independent addition of the former yard environment. The bridge was lifted into place in one piece, and it is made of stainless steel, with insides covered with a stainless steel mesh. The bridge deck has a covering of untreaded fir planks which will turn gray with time.
The lighting of the bridge deck is recessed in the top railing.
The bridge over Vasadockan is designed based on the idea of a bare gangway spanning between the two quays, creating a gene crossing over the dock. The design is an expression of its construction, which is a Vierendeel girder, and the form enhances the idea of an object that is fitted in place. The idea is that the bridge in its scale and materiality should feel like an obvious, yet independent addition of the former yard environment. The bridge was lifted into place in one piece, and it is made of stainless steel, with insides covered with a stainless steel mesh. The bridge deck has a covering of untreaded fir planks which will turn gray with time.
The lighting of the bridge deck is recessed in the top railing.