niall mclaughlin architects: TQ2 footbridge in bristol

‘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 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.

all images courtesy of niall mclaughlin architects

effects of the LED lights

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

in use

on site

during construction