KieranTimberlake assisted the artist by serving as architect, engineer and construction manager for the project, a sculpture which serves as a pedestrian bridge. The firm collaborated in developing the concept and the details as well as managing the construction of the project to realize it into a practical structure. Located along a trail which follows the Wissahickon Creek in Fairmount Park, the site is frequented by walkers, hikers, joggers, and nature lovers. The sculpture consists of a 59-foot covered bridge in the form of a slightly bent finger.
KieranTimberlake assisted the artist by serving as architect, engineer and construction manager for the project, a sculpture which serves as a pedestrian bridge. The firm collaborated in developing the concept and the details as well as managing the construction of the project to realize it into a practical structure. Located along a trail which follows the Wissahickon Creek in Fairmount Park, the site is frequented by walkers, hikers, joggers, and nature lovers. The sculpture consists of a 59-foot covered bridge in the form of a slightly bent finger.
The work is made entirely of weathering steel which has produced a self-protective patina of dark brown rust after having been exposed to the elements over a period of time. The artist considered issues of public usefulness, safety, security, and durability. The perforated-steel covering prevents people from falling or climbing over the edge but allows a view of the spectacular gorge below. Part of the uniqueness of the sculpture is one's discovery of it along the Wissahickon trail and its role as a work of art which also has a utilitarian function.
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