Once again, we are delighted to announce a nomination for our bridge in Karlsruhe!

Presented annually by Callwey publishing house, a Munich-based leader in architecture, interior design and lifestyle, the award honours the best forward-thinking architectural and interior design projects in the healthcare sector. The award provides a platform to showcase how architecture and design can enhance people’s quality of life.

This is precisely the idea behind the design of our bridge in Karlsruhe: Sometimes, it’s crucial for things to operate swiftly and effortlessly. That’s why Karlsruhe Municipal Hospital has planned a new helipad and connecting bridge between the landing site, hospital, and Helios Clinic across the road. In summer 2020, we collaborated with Werner Sobek on the bridge design competition, impressing with our aesthetics and high functionality. With a gentle curve, the bridge spans the four lanes of traffic on Franz-Lust-Strasse and the streetcar track in the middle. On each side of the street, forked columns with wide cantilevers blend into the avenue of plane trees; an additional column stands before the helipad. Atop these columns lies a white truss box girder, illuminated at night, gently curving in an ideal S-shape for safe and efficient crossing. The contemporary, dynamic bridge design integrates seamlessly into the urban fabric rather than appearing out of place, presenting as a vital link joining the two hospitals within the busy traffic area.

We’re really looking forward to seeing what the jury decides!

Photo: © HGEsch
Client: Städtisches Klinikum Karlsruhe