The Riverbank Precinct Pedestrian Bridge
The Riverbank Precinct Pedestrian Bridge is a pedestrian crossing in Adelaide that spans the River Torrens and links arts districts together. The roughly 75 meter (245 feet) structure has an elegantly curved form with V-shaped supports and is clad in over 3000 glass panels that reflect light and create interesting light effects on sunny days.
The bridge was designed following a design competition in 2012 by the firm Tonkin Zulaikha Greer and later constructed by McConnell Dowell. It was the first in the world to use a special cassette system for the entire underside of the deck, which ensured precision and reliability during assembly.
The bridge honors the Kaurna people, the traditional land owners, through design elements that include their stories and symbols. This intentional recognition makes the crossing a meaningful place for all who use it and learn about the land's past.
The bridge is roughly 255 meters (840 feet) long and 8 meters (26 feet) wide, providing room for many visitors at the same time. It connects several important spots like the Adelaide Festival Centre and Adelaide Oval and is a safe pedestrian route used by commuters and tourists during the day and evening.
The bridge features on its south side a stainless steel artwork with animal etchings visible during the day that transform into images of southern sky stars when night falls. This hidden visual surprise demonstrates the creativity of the design and gives visitors an extra reason to pause and observe along the way.
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