AWARD YEAR
2015
CATEGORY
Community
GOALS
Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
KEYWORDS
public space, regeneration, economic growth
COUNTRY
United Kingdom
DESIGNED BY
Thomas Heatherwick
WEBSITE
http://www.gardenbridgetrust.org/
Garden Bridge
A New Landmark for Londoners: Supporting Regeneration and Economic Growth.
London’s Garden Bridge will be a stunning new public garden and pedestrian crossing, spanning the River Thames, linking the South Bank to Temple station and beyond. The ground breaking design will integrate a new kind of public space into the fabric of the city, adding to London’s rich and diverse horticultural heritage. The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson said: “The Garden Bridge will provide a fantastic new landmark for London whilst supporting regeneration and economic growth on both sides of the Thames. It will create a stunning oasis of tranquillity in the heart of our city and boost our plans to encourage walking in the city.”