calatrava's twisting peace bridge captured in new photographs

peace Bridge: A Calgary Landmark Captured Anew

Danica O. Kus, a Slovenian-born architectural photographer, has captured new images of Santiago Calatrava‘s Peace Bridge, completed in in Calgary, Canada in 2012. The project a single-span helical footbridge, a type of suspension bridge where the walkway spirals around a central mast. In line with the renowned architect’s larger body of work, this design takes shape with a sculptural, futuristic form, which appears to twist and turn as it traverses the Bow River. The use of a helical form also offers practical benefits, as it allows for a more gradual incline and decline, making the bridge easier for pedestrians and cyclists to navigate. See designboom’s previous coverage here!

images © Danica O. Kus

calatrava’s twisting layers of rosy steel

With the construction of the Peace Bridge, architect Santiago Calatrava curates a dialogue of steel and glass. The white steel ribs of the bridge provide both structural support and a distinctive aesthetic. The glass panels along the walkway offer expansive views of the river and the city skyline. This combination of materials creates a sense of lightness and transparency, allowing the bridge to harmonize playfully with its urban context. More than just a sculptural landmark, the Peace Bridge serves an important role in Calgary’s urban fabric. It connects the downtown core with Prince’s Island Park, a popular recreational area. The bridge’s presence has also spurred development in the surrounding area, creating a vibrant new hub for the city.

The recent photographs captured by architectural photographer Danica O. Kus offer a fresh perspective on Calatrava’s Peace Bridge, illustrate the enduring artistry of the Spanish-Swiss architect’s work. Kus’s lens captures the twisting layers of the bridge’s structure and marriage of glass and rose-colored steel, all backdropped by the Calgary cityscape. The Peace Bridge is a sculptural example of how architecture can elevate a city’s infrastructure into a work of art.

architectural photographer Danica O. Kus captured new images of the Peace Bridge