Gross Area
6,100 m²
Concept
July 2024
May 2024 - July 2024
Project Overview
The Qiaoxia Yi · Yu Yue Orange Bridge Node is located in the vertical projection area beneath the Zhi Jiang Bridge in Xihu District, Hangzhou, at the intersection of multiple expressways and highways. The area is surrounded by several residential and commercial office zones, all within a 20-minute walking distance, leading to a high demand for public activity spaces and supporting facilities.
However, based on an analysis of the existing site conditions, it is evident that the surrounding natural green spaces are underdeveloped and insufficient to meet current demands. Additionally, the site's usability is limited due to the tidal fluctuations of the Qiantang River.
Design Concept
The project integrates the historical development of the Zhi Jiang area, focusing on distinctive fishing and boat industries as the conceptual highlights. A vibrant, high-saturation orange bridge is introduced to create a highly recognizable and cohesive landmark image, while also echoing the color tones of the surrounding ruins, park, and the bridge structure itself.
The orange bridge concept serves as a key "link" in the city's urban renewal process, stitching together the community space that was fragmented by the elevated bridge and connecting the surrounding functional areas in a flexible manner.
Urban Patchwork
The core of the project design is the concept of "patching" the urban function, with the orange bridge serving as an essential tool in this process, reshaping and linking the space beneath the bridge. The orange bridge not only connects the site and links various functional zones but also vertically divides the area into two levels.
The first level is dedicated to multifunctional spaces, including sports, education, and children’s areas. The second level aims to directly connect the community from the parking area to the riverbank. This level includes a coffee area, a fishing, and rowing sports club, providing residents with a variety of activity spaces. Meanwhile, the transparent form of the bridge offers panoramic views, effectively linking the entire project and ensuring it can serve the community under all weather conditions.
