Ongoing public consultation
In this round of public consultations, we want to hear from you on the three proposed design concepts for the replacement of Alexandra Bridge. Your comments will be considered in the recommendation of the preferred design concept.
In May of 2023, a team led by Arup Canada, with Knight Architects as Lead Bridge Architect, established a design and architecture team to develop design concepts for the Alexandra Bridge replacement.
Through an extensive design process, the team has taken inspiration from a variety of sources, including feedback received from indigenous community members, stakeholders, and public engagement.
The design concepts were then evaluated according to the Alexandra Bridge Replacement Performance Criteria for Bridge Design to identify a shortlist of three concepts.
The vision for Echo is a reinterpretation of the existing Alexandra Bridge. It is forward-looking, while its origins lie in the past.
The design combines visual references to the historic truss structure, including a distinctive silhouette with two primary support piers, and …