""We're looking at quite large new numbers of residents that will be in this part of town. And the decision was made that we need to connect those parts of town across the water to downtown, but that we need to do it in a way that won't increase congestion.""
""If people feel it's too difficult or long a walk or cycle ride, then they won't use it," says Tom Osborne, director of UK-based Knight Architects."
""A lot of times if you're in a very long crossing and a very straight alignment, you get this vanishing point which can be quite intimidating and it feels like you're never getting towards the end," Osborne says."
""But if you have a gentle curve, you can see your destination, which tends to make you feel safer and that you're making better progress towards it.""
The Kruunuvuorensilta bridge in Helsinki connects Laajasalo island to the city center, promoting a car-free lifestyle. Opening on April 18, it accommodates cyclists and pedestrians, with plans for trams. The design prioritizes user experience, featuring a gentle curve to reduce intimidation during crossing. This initiative is part of Helsinki's broader strategy to decrease car usage and improve public transport and bike infrastructure, addressing the needs of a rapidly growing population in the area.
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