Parkway Iconic Bridge - architectural competition

Introduction:
The competition seeks the best designers and ideas for a new bridge to link a new industrial and residential area with an existing woodland park. Situated on the main route between the M1 and Sheffield City Centre, the bridge will become a point of reference for everyone using that route. With a life of at least 50 years it is hoped it will win a place in local affection and be a part of a positive shared memory of the City and the region. The bridge is to be procured in partnership with Rotherham Borough Council and Yorkshire Forward. The bridge is to serve pedestrians, cyclists and equestrians.

Honoraria:
A total honorarium of £27,000 is to be shared equally between entrants selected to proceed to Stage 2.

Jury Panel:
The Jury Panel will include representatives from Rotherham and Sheffield Council (including engineering) and RIBA Architectural Adviser Nik Randall from Spacecraft Architects.

Competition Timetable:
Brief available: 7 September 2007
Question deadline: 13 September
Submission deadline: 16 October
Stage 1 Assessment: w/c 22 October
Shortlist notified: w/c 29 October
Stage 2 Submissions: w/c 26 November
Stage 2 Judging (interviews): w/c 10 December

Eligibility:
The competition is open internationally to teams led by either an architect or an engineer. Collaboration between disciplines is actively encouraged.

Enquiries:
All enquiries should be addressed to the competition organisers:
RIBA Competitions Office
6 Melbourne Street
Leeds
LS2 7PS
T : ++44 (0)113 2341335
F : ++44 (0)113 2460744
E : riba.competitions@inst.riba.org
W : www.architecture.com/competitions

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