We started to understand that this bridge had captured the hearts and minds of the community when we saw the photos/videos uploaded onto Google Maps even before the official bridge opening on September 28. We were energized by the number of people who were there at the ribbon cutting celebration. We were humbled by the effort put in by the community members and decisionmakers that got the funding in place to replace the bridge and make it exclusively for non-motorized users.
What an honor to be entrusted with the role of designing this important connection, and to be there to see the finished bridge being enjoyed by so many – parents pushing strollers, kids on bikes, and the elderly. This is why we do what we do.
We are thankful for the partnerships with the larger project team, and we are grateful for the collaboration with the construction team. Their pride in their craft and their skills in fabricating the parts and constructing all the pieces together from plans, made what we see today possible. These photos below are courtesy of King County Department of Natural Resources and Parks. Here is their press release for more photos, a video, and further details. Enjoy!
