'TQ2 bridge' by niall mclaughlin architects in bristol, UK
all images courtesy niall mclaughlin architects


'TQ2 bridge' by london-based practice niall mclaughlin architects is
a pedestrian and cycle bridge in bristol, UK. also called 'meads reach',
the structure is constructed out of stainless steel which fans out to
an organic abutment on either side.



the bridge during the night


the result of an extensive study of materiality and artificial light,
the arc of the bridge picks up light from the surrounding elements
and is intended to change according to the weather conditions and
time of day. perforated with varying sizes of holes, LED lights make
the structure glow during the night to reveal the hidden ribs of
the internal structure.



effects of the LED lights



(left) a view of the structure's curves
(right) beneath the bridge



in use



on site






during construction