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LANDMARK BRIDGE FOR MARINA BAY 每 A WORLD＊S FIRST
IN ARCHITECTURE & ENGINEERING DESIGN |
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Minister for National Development, Mr Mah
Bow Tan, today (6 Mar 2006) announced the building of a landmark bridge
at Marina Bay. |
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Designed as a double helix structure, the
pedestrian component of the bridge scores a world＊s first in
architecture and engineering design. |
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The bridge will link the Bayfront area to
Marina Centre, completing a walking route that brings visitors to the
major attractions around the bay including the Esplanade and the future
Integrated Resort and Singapore Flyer. |
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The new 280metre-long bridge is envisaged to
be a destination point for all visitors to Marina Bay 每 a place for them
to enjoy and catch a panoramic view of the Singapore city skyline. |
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A consultant team, consisting COX Group Pte
Ltd (Australia), ARUP Pte Ltd (Australia) and Architects 61 (Singapore),
led by award-winning architect Mr Philip Cox, has been appointed to
oversee the design and construction of this new bridge. |
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The team has good track records and extensive
international experience in designing and constructing bridges. Notable bridges
completed by the team include the Goodwill Bridge in Brisbane, Australia; Webb
Bridge, Melbourne, Australia; Spencer Street Footbridge, Melbourne, Australia;
Hulme Arch Bridge, Salford, UK; Corporation Street Footbridge, Manchester, UK;
and the Millennium Bridge, London, UK. |
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New Bridge at Marina Bay |
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There are two components to the new
bridge 每 a six-lane vehicular connection and a six-metre wide curved
pedestrian connection that embraces Marina Bay. |
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World＊s First ＆Double-helix＊
Design |
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The pedestrian connection incorporates a
unique ＆double-helix＊ structure, a world＊s first in architectural
and engineering bridge design. |
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It comprises two opposite spiraling
steel members that are held together by a series of connecting
struts to form a tubular structure. This provides an inherent
strength, ideal for the curved form. |
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Its resemblance to the structure of DNA,
the basic building block of life, symbolises ※life and continuity§,
※renewal§, ※everlasting abundance§ and ※growth§, reflecting our
aspirations for Marina Bay. |
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Panoramic Views |
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Visitors can take in the views of the
city skyline and waterfront or watch events happening within the Bay
from the bridge＊s viewing platforms (＆pods＊). Four of the pods will
extend out over the water and include glass openings in the floor to
provide visual connection to the water below. The fifth will be
located on the northern bank. Each pod will be designed according to
a different theme, such as the five natural elements - earth, metal,
water, wood and fire. |
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Unique Crossing Experience |
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Crossing the bridge will be a unique and
pleasant experience. |
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The inner spiral of the double-helix
design will be used to support fritted-glass and steel mesh
canopies. The canopies will be designed as artwork and will be
installed at strategic locations to offer shade for pedestrians. In
between, areas will be left open to allow unblocked views of the
Bay. Seats will be provided at resting points. |
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At night, the bridge will be illuminated
by a series of lights that will enhance the double-helix design and
visitors＊ experience. These lights can be programmed with different
colours and effects to set the mood for various festivals and
events. |
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Creative Artwork |
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To encourage civic participation in the
design of the new bridge and develop a sense of ownership amongst
the local community, a number of Singapore youths will be selected
through an `Art Competition＊ to work with recognised local artists
to develop ideas for artworks and to integrate them into the design
of the new bridge. These artworks will be based on the theme of
※Aspirations for Life in Singapore§. See fact sheet at
Annex 1 for details. |
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The ＆pods＊, shade canopies, railings,
seats and floor finishes along the pedestrian connection will
provide a canvas for the artwork. This will enliven the pedestrian＊s
experience and create a distinctive sense of place and identity. |
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Vehicular Connection |
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The vehicular connection will link the
future Bayfront Avenue and the planned Integrated Resort to Raffles
Avenue at the junction with Temasek Avenue, next to the upcoming
Singapore Flyer. Its simple design blends in with the existing
BenjaminShearesBridge to form a backdrop to the sculptural
pedestrian connection. |
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How the Design Was Selected |
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The selection process for appointment of
the Consultant Team took into account both the track record of the
firms and the innovative design concept proposals to respond to the
site context and Singapore＊s hot and humid climate. |
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The Consultant Team was selected
following an International Design Consultancy held by URA in April
2004 to seek the best teams and design ideas for the new waterfront
promenade and bridge at MarinaBay. A total of 36 submissions were
received from local and international firms at Stage One of the
consultancy. |
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Five teams were subsequently
short-listed to develop and submit their design proposals for both
the promenade and bridge under Stage Two of the Consultancy before a
consultant team was selected to develop a final design scheme for
the bridge. |
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Bridge Completion Date |
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The construction of the bridge will
commence around end 2006, and it is targeted for completion around
2009. The construction cost for both the vehicular and pedestrian
connections is estimated to be around S$68million. |
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Exhibition Details |
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The public can view the design for the
new bridge in an exhibition at The URA Centre from Tuesday, 7 March
till Friday, 31 March 2006. Opening hours are: Mon - Fri, 9.00am 每
7.00pm; Sat, 9.00am 每 5.00pm; closed on Sundays and public holidays.
Admission is free. Details of the exhibition materials are also
available online at
http://www.ura.gov.sg/newbridge. |
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More..... |
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Source:
www.ura.gov.sg News Release 6
Mar 2006 |
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