Considered the Building of the Year 2011 by ArchDaily, this bridge designed by RO&AD Architecten was built in Halsteren, The Netherlands.

Located in a fortress dated from the 17th century, Fort de Roovere, the bridge crosses a moat that was once used as a water defense-line.

As a defense strategic point, it was  impossible to build a bridge that could be used by the enemy, so the option was to create an invisible one made of waterproofed wood with EPDM foil.

This project has created not only a connection with the culture and historical side of the place, but also harmony with the surrounding landscape.

Photography by RO&AD Architecten

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