Henderson Waves Bridge
Singapore
"We witness people enjoying every part of the project – relaxing on the timber seats and curve backings, strolling on the deck, enjoying the bridge's evening ambient lighting and resting at the ribbed alcoves with cast rhythmic shades, as they traverse between the two existing natural parks. Everyone seems to find their own space to conduct their activities and develop a relationship with the bridge. It has become a landmark which everyone identifies with."
— Dr. Liu Thai Ker / RSP Architects Planners and Engineers, Singapore
Named after the road it crosses at an elevation of 36 meters, the Henderson Waves connects Mount Faber Park and Telok Blangah Hill Park in Singapore in a rather dramatic fashion. This 274-meter (899 ft) bridge, the highest pedestrian walkway in Singapore, has intermediate supports at 24-meter (79 ft) intervals with a central span of 57 meters (187 ft).
Designed by RSP Architects Planners & Engineers (Pte) Ltd of Singapore and the British IJP Corporation Ltd, the bridge effortlessly harmonizes itself with the natural landscape, connecting existing pathways and parks to provide natural and continuous access from both hills. The team's design philosophy is to conceive "socially responsive and sustainable designs which create a positive impact on both people and the environment." This philosophy underlies the conception of the organic surface form of undulating crests and troughs, inspired by the abstraction of the site's natural topography and the brief to create a destination for spontaneous activities.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the Henderson Waves Bridge located?+
The Henderson Waves Bridge is in Singapore, connecting Mount Faber Park and Telok Blangah Hill Park. It crosses over Henderson Road, from which it takes its name.
How high and how long is the Henderson Waves Bridge?+
The bridge sits at an elevation of 36 meters and spans 274 meters (899 ft) in length. It has intermediate supports at 24-meter intervals with a central span of 57 meters (187 ft).
Is Henderson Waves the highest pedestrian bridge in Singapore?+
Yes, at 36 meters above Henderson Road, it is the highest pedestrian walkway in Singapore.
Who designed the Henderson Waves Bridge?+
The bridge was designed by RSP Architects Planners & Engineers (Pte) Ltd of Singapore in collaboration with the British firm IJP Corporation Ltd.
What inspired the wave-like design of Henderson Waves?+
The organic undulating form of crests and troughs was inspired by an abstraction of the site's natural topography. The design also responded to a brief calling for a destination that encourages spontaneous activities.
What features of Henderson Waves encourage people to linger on the bridge?+
The bridge includes timber seats with curved backings, a walking deck, evening ambient lighting, and ribbed alcoves that cast rhythmic shades. These elements give visitors places to rest, socialize, and enjoy the surroundings as they traverse between the two parks.