Chinese Studio ZZHK has completed G Clef Bridge, a pedestrian walkway across the Bailu River in Chengdu, which culminates in a spiralling ramp and viewpoint informed by musical notation.
The bridge connects the French-style town of Bailu ? a popular tourist destination also known as Bailu Music Town ? with the Diamond Music Hall on the opposite river bank.
ZZHK drew on the area's status as a destination for music as well as the form of the river to design the bridge, which wraps around a stage at its centre.
ZZHK Architects has completed a bridge in China
"Bailu Music Town lacked a central landmark embodying its theme," studio founder Zhang Ke told Dezeen. "We aimed to create a landmark and a spiritual fortress."
"Fulfilling the basic traffic function was essential, but resolving the stylistic conflict between the two banks and enhancing the musical theme of the scenic area were higher objectives," he continued. "The modern, geometric Diamond Music Hall and the French-style music town create a stark contrast, posing a significant challenge, yet offering an opportunity for modern design and materials."
It culminates with a spiralling viewpoint. Photo by ZZHK
The focal point of the bridge is a spiralling ramp on the river's eastern bank, which ZZHK said is based on the shape of a treble clef.
Intended as both a space to pass through and to dwell, this spiral creates a continuous route that offers both views out over the surrounding land...