West Thames Street Pedestrian Bridge
Wall Street, New York – USA
Wall Street, New York – USA
Unveiling the Pedestrian Bridge with Jakob Rope Systems Flexible Webnet Balustrading Solutions
The Role of Jakob Rope Systems in Enhancing Urban Connectivity
In the bustling heart of New York’s Financial District, the West Thames Street Pedestrian Bridge emerges as a critical development in urban infrastructure, providing a seamless and scenic pedestrian route from the Financial District to Battery Park City. Spanning 230 feet across West Street, this bridge replaces the old Rector Street Pedestrian Bridge, marking a significant upgrade in both aesthetics and functionality.
Maximizing Aesthetics and Functionality with Webnet Stainless Steel Mesh
Constructed by the renowned Skanska and enclosed with Jakob Rope Systems’ flexible Webnet stainless steel mesh, the bridge is an epitome of modern design fused with practicality. The choice of Webnet by the project’s architects—NYCEDC, in coordination with Thornton Tomasetti/Weidlinger Associates and WXY Architects + Urban Design—was pivotal. This material not only enhances the bridge’s durability but also its visual appeal, maximizing daylight and offering unobstructed views of iconic landmarks such as the World Trade Center and the Lower Manhattan skyline.
The Strategic Importance of the Bridge
The West Thames Street Pedestrian Bridge is more than just a passageway; it is a vital link that improves functional access to bustling neighborhoods, facilitating daily commutes for millions of residents and visitors each year. The bridge’s design prioritizes pedestrian safety and comfort, ensuring a safe, direct, and enjoyable walking experience.
A Model of Urban Innovation
The integration of Jakob Rope Systems’ flexible Webnet balustrading solutions in the West Thames Street Pedestrian Bridge is a testament to the potential of innovative engineering in transforming urban spaces. It stands as a model of how contemporary design and functionality can coalesce to improve urban life, promoting connectivity and enhancing the aesthetic value of public infrastructure.
The West Thames Street Pedestrian Bridge not only serves its functional purpose but also complements the urban landscape, showcasing how thoughtful design and effective material choice can lead to lasting improvements in city living.
Architects: NYCEDC, in coordination with Thornton Tomasetti/Weidlinger Associates and WXY Architects + Urban Design
The Role of Jakob Rope Systems in Enhancing Urban Connectivity
In the bustling heart of New York’s Financial District, the West Thames Street Pedestrian Bridge emerges as a critical development in urban infrastructure, providing a seamless and scenic pedestrian route from the Financial District to Battery Park City. Spanning 230 feet across West Street, this bridge replaces the old Rector Street Pedestrian Bridge, marking a significant upgrade in both aesthetics and functionality.
Maximizing Aesthetics and Functionality with Webnet Stainless Steel Mesh
Constructed by the renowned Skanska and enclosed with Jakob Rope Systems’ flexible Webnet stainless steel mesh, the bridge is an epitome of modern design fused with practicality. The choice of Webnet by the project’s architects—NYCEDC, in coordination with Thornton Tomasetti/Weidlinger Associates and WXY Architects + Urban Design—was pivotal. This material not only enhances the bridge’s durability but also its visual appeal, maximizing daylight and offering unobstructed views of iconic landmarks such as the World Trade Center and the Lower Manhattan skyline.
The Strategic Importance of the Bridge
The West Thames Street Pedestrian Bridge is more than just a passageway; it is a vital link that improves functional access to bustling neighborhoods, facilitating daily commutes for millions of residents and visitors each year. The bridge’s design prioritizes pedestrian safety and comfort, ensuring a safe, direct, and enjoyable walking experience.
A Model of Urban Innovation
The integration of Jakob Rope Systems’ flexible Webnet balustrading solutions in the West Thames Street Pedestrian Bridge is a testament to the potential of innovative engineering in transforming urban spaces. It stands as a model of how contemporary design and functionality can coalesce to improve urban life, promoting connectivity and enhancing the aesthetic value of public infrastructure.
The West Thames Street Pedestrian Bridge not only serves its functional purpose but also complements the urban landscape, showcasing how thoughtful design and effective material choice can lead to lasting improvements in city living.
Architects: NYCEDC, in coordination with Thornton Tomasetti/Weidlinger Associates and WXY Architects + Urban Design
Jakob Products
- WEBNET rope 1 mm, mesh 60 mm
- Stainless steel cable 12 mm with Swaged Clevis on one end and Swaged Turnbuckle with Clevis on the other
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