Circle Bridge in Copenhagen by Olafur Eliasson

Bridges and footbridges are among the favorite themes for artists and architects. Architects can take a break from designing interior spaces, while artists might be pleased that their sculptures allow passage to the other shore. To ensure everything turns out excellently, skilled structural engineers must be involved in the design, which has now been achieved in Denmark, where a pedestrian bridge 'Cirkelbroen' by local native Olafur Eliasson was opened at the end of August in the Copenhagen harbor. The bridge is located opposite the Danish National Library, spanning across the Christianshavn Canal and connecting the areas of Christiansbro and Applebys Plads. Besides its communicative significance, the main goal of the bridge is to enhance the waterfront promenade. The project was first presented to the public back in 2009. Funding was provided by the local Nordea-fonden foundation. Construction began on March 15, 2012, and on Saturday, August 22, 2015, the pedestrian bridge was opened to the public. The ceremonial inauguration was attended by not only the author, the sponsor, and the mayor but also by 7,000 other residents of Copenhagen.
The footbridge for pedestrians and cyclists resembles from afar the white masts of sailboats anchored in the harbor. The deck is composed of five interconnected circular platforms with distinctive red railings, resting on slender pylons. If necessary, the bridge can be opened to allow larger vessels to pass through the canal.

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