I N T R O D U C T I O N
The Binondo–Intramuros Bridge is a bridge
in Manila, Philippines, that is almost
complete and will be opened by April 2022
and spans the Pasig River. It will connect
San Fernando Street in Binondo to Solana
Street and Riverside Drive in Intramuros
once completed. The bridge will have four
lanes and will be designed with a steel
bowstring arch with inclined arches. It
features two arch ribs leaning on each
other, a design Huang says represents "the
unity of China and the Philippines, side by
side, hand in hand." It will be 737 meters
THE BINONDO – INTRAMUROS BRIDGE
or 2,418 ft in length. U R B A N P L A N N I N G I S S U E
P r o s C o n s
San Agustin Church and three other It has also a possibility that the
It was said that it may churches in the Philippines may be bridge will draw traffic into
significantly reduce traffic on Intramuros via Soriano Avenue and
delisted from the UNESCO World
Binondo and Intramuros. Heritage List. General Luna.
The bridge will offer attractive It may have a negative impact on The bridge's highly creative,
panoramic views across the Pasig the heritage sites. sculptural, and flowing forms are
River.
contrast with Intramuros' ancient
The western ramps cut across the character.
It strengthens the friendship
historic Plaza Mexico, one of the
between the Philippine and China.
last few oases in Intramuros. There is a risk that it may become
It may ease the container truck a white elephant if it fails to
gridlock on Delpan and jones It may kill the tourist
meet expectations, particularly in
Bridges. experience of the walled city.
terms of traffic.
LOCATION OF BRIDGE The History of The Constructing Binondo–Intramuros Bridge
The bridge is controversial due to its During an on-site inspection, Chinese Ambassador Huang Xilian stated that the bridge, with a
placement in Manila's historic center, capacity of 30,000 cars per day, will greatly minimize traffic congestion on both banks of the
Pasig River.
near the San Agustin Church, one of
Apart from the bridge, a Philippine-China friendship park is expected to rise in the area
the UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
through the donation of the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce & Industry
Inc. (FFCCCII), the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Association of the Philippines Foundation
Inc. (FFCAP), and the Philippine Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry Inc. (PCCCII).
A Propose Pedestrian and Cycle Garden Bridge between Binondo and Intramuros
THE HANGING GARDEN BRIDGE
Manila, Philippines
BINONDO – INTRAMUROS
MATERIALS DESIGN
CONSIDERATIONS
SECURITY
HERITAGE
SITE
SPATIAL
FUNCTION
ALITY
URBAN
PLANNING
THE BINONDO – INTRAMUROS HANGING GARDEN BRIDGE
A Propose Pedestrian and Cycle Garden Bridge between Binondo and Intramuros
DESIGN
PHILOSOPHY
“ If we are to preserve
PERSPECTIV ES PROJECT DESCRIPTION culture we must continue
A Binondo-Intramuros Pedestrian and Cycle Garden Bridge is an to create it,”
alternative solution that may keep the principal design of the existing
- Johan Huizinga
planned bridge, but on a smaller and more slender scale to minimize the
damaging effect on Intramuros and Binondo. ARCHITECTURAL
Constructing this alternative proposal might become a new landmark for STYLE
Manila, similar to other world-famous pedestrian bridges that have
become tourist destinations themselves. It can also serve as a place The proposed project uses
for heritage interpretation and exhibits that foster understanding
Spanish Colonial Architecture
between the Philippines and China. With these, there is no need to
demolish historic structures rather it supports and preserve the to match with Intramuros
history of the Philippines. ancient character.
A Pedestrian and Cycle Garden Bridge could improve tourism between
FEATURES
Intramuros and Binondo by providing and exciting walking, cycling The bridge
and viewing experience across the Pasig River. On that account, features two arch ribs
there will be no additional traffic in Intramuros and Binondo. It
will also support the LRT Ikot MNL Initiative. The design of the supporting each other inspired
alternative proposal is a way to promote an eco-friendly by existing planned bridge. It
architecture as it harmonizes the nature and reduces the negative
impacts on the environment. represents the unity of China and the
Philippines. The architectural feature
ELEVATIONS PLANS is a type of solar shading system that
control the amount of sunlight and solar
heat,
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