The Memorial Bridge design draws on the vertical power of the Southern Alps and the braided rivers unique to the Canterbury Plains. The design provides a dramatic gateway for travellers to and from Christchurch Airport.
At night, the arcs are illuminated in an array of changing colours enhancing the fluid form of the bridge. Lumenpulse Lumenbeam projectors graze the arching structure with controlled, narrow beam optics ensure little to no spill light is created. This is particularly important due to the airport location and surrounding traffic flow.
Combined with colour-changing capabilities the lighting brings to life the dynamic architectural form and the ability to adjust the bridges colours to celebrate seasonal holidays and events.
Key Information:
Project Size
- Spanning over Christchurch’s main highway, two distinctive 27-metre arcs were made up of 30 separate sections weighing 400 tonnes.
- Millennium Electrical installed 50 specialised lights all connected to a control cabinet.
Highlight
A multiple award-winning lighting design recently being the recipient of Excellence and Dark Sky Awards.