University Bridge in Malmoe

The University Bridge in Malmoe is part of the development of the inner harbour. The competition brief included considerations for one of Malmoe's landmarks, the historical lighthouse that marks the entrance to the harbour adjacent to Malmoe's Central Rail Station.

In order to minimize the thickness of the bridge deck and maintain the open character of the harbour, the swing span was designed as a cable-stayed structure. The 52 meter long cable-stayed bridge rests on a hemispherical concrete pivot pier, which gives the impression of floating on the water. The two pylons are topped by lanterns in translucent acrylic. The integrated sidelights on the railing and crash barrier were designed in collaboration with Martin Architectural Lighting.