Cycling and pedestrian bridge over the Ete Vivo river , Fermo - Porto San Giorgio/ Italien

Press release - Clara Buoncristiani PR Boutique Firm

 

 

 

The pedestrian and cycle bridge over the Ete Vivo River is a key element in completing the Adriatic Cycle Route, designed to overcome the natural barriers separating Porto San Giorgio and Fermo (area of Marina Palmense). The bridge, commissioned by the two municipalities and constructed from matte white steel with a single 55-meter span, was designed as an elegant and functional connection between the two riverbanks. A strategic junction to bridge the physical distance of two neighbouring cities but also to ensure safe traffic mobility, which was the objective of the Adriatic Cycle Route. Inspired by nature, its design evokes butterfly wings, with inclined arches and a suspended structure supported by hangers, creating a sense of lightness and harmony with the surrounding landscape.

 

Architect Alessio Marini of Arkteam Architetti, firm based in Ascoli Piceno which, together with his studio, fellow architect Andrea Chiappetti and engineer Federico Palestini, designed and directed the works for this public project, states: “The bridge has a considerable importance and technical-constructive value. A series of factors were taken into consideration, including impact issues, such as the environmental and natural context in which it is located, the analysis of the current road network, the study of the most suitable and high-performance materials, etc… giving an architectural sign and a distinctive shape to a striking and well-integrated organism. The structure is made of steel and has a single 55-meter span, avoiding interferences with the river; the reduced sections of the steel also mean less impact on the environment. Thanks to the collaboration with Platek, we have developed two types of lighting: a functional one for the pedestrian and cycle path and a decorative one that expresses its force with twilight and night light which, thanks to RGBW technology, varies in colour tones, on the occasion of events and celebrations.”

 

Lighting plays a central role, enhancing both the bridge structure and the cycling path. To illuminate the bridge's larger wings, One 2.0 RGBW projectors were employed, offering a scenic visual effect with vertical beams reflecting off the structure, giving it a striking appearance at night. Their ability to change color allows the lighting to adapt to special events, adding versatility to the infrastructure. For the smaller wings, Mini One 2.0 projectors with white light were selected. The cycling path is also illuminated with white light, using Target Small projectors, installed on the lateral curbs to ensure uniform, safe, and glare-free lighting.

 

The lighting design transcends functionality, becoming an essential feature of the project. It integrates design, nature, and technology into an infrastructure that enhances quality of life, promotes sustainable mobility, and supports tourism.

 

 

PROJECT: Cycling and pedestrian bridge over the Ete river; GROUP LEADER: Arkteam Architetti - Ascoli Piceno; PHOTOS: Ottavio Tomasini; PLACE: Fermo - Porto San Giorgio; COMMISSIONED BY: Municipalities of Fermo and Porto San Giorgio (Marche), YEAR: March 2024.

 

 

ONE is a cube with rigorous and geometric design combining elegance and great flexibility of use: the basic version can be installed to obtain grazing light on the walls and ceiling and as a floodlight with the supplied bracket. The purity of ONE is underlined by the absence of visible screws and wall mount which is totally hidden. It comes available with two and four windows that draw light cones on the wall.

Die-cast body and flange manufactured in EN 44300 aluminium alloy with very low copper content. Subjected to galvanic anodizing treatment divided into distinct phases: mechanical satin finishing, surface degreasing, anodic oxidation and final sealing. The product is painted following a continuous two step paint process (epoxy-based primer + polyester-based colour finish), which allows to generate a single thick protective coating which then generates aprotective barrier against atmospheric agents and UV rays. Before fixing the diffuser on the Platek products a Pre-treatment using an atmospheric pressure plasma process is carried out on the surface. The process activates the ionic load on the surface exactly where it is needed, thus promoting the best silicone grip possible and removing any residual release of agents for a longer lasting seal. The next steps are the coating of silicone and the assembly of the diffuser on the lighting fixture, with an automated process to guarantee the perfect sealing of the lamp.

 

MINI ONE 2.0 is a cube of small size from rigorous and geometric design, combining elegance and great flexibility of use: the basic version can be installed to get grazing light on the walls and ceiling and as a floodlight with the supplied bracket. The purity of MINI ONE is enhanced by the total absence of visible screws and wall mount totally hidden. It is available with two and four windows and, alternatively, with blades of light. The bollard version is designed for lighting pedestrian walkways and gardens.

Die-cast body and flange manufactured in EN 44300 aluminium alloy with very low copper content. Subjected to galvanic anodizing treatment divided into distinct phases: mechanical satin finishing, surface degreasing, anodic oxidation and final sealing. The product is painted following a continuous two step paint process (epoxy-based primer + polyester-based colour finish), which allows to generate a single thick protective coating which then generates aprotective barrier against atmospheric agents and UV rays. Before fixing the diffuser on the Platek products a Pre-treatment using an atmospheric pressure plasma process is carried out on the surface. The process activates the ionic load on the surface exactly where it is needed, thus promoting the best silicone grip possible and removing any residual release of agents for a longer lasting seal. The next steps are the coating of silicone and the assembly of the diffuser on the lighting fixture, with an automated process to guarantee the perfect sealing of the lamp.

 

TARGET, literally means Point the lens and hit the TARGET. Engineered with LED technology, TARGET represents a harmonious combination of simple use and elegant design, a sculptural and flexible complement of versatile lighting, a solution for projects of architectural light that underline shapes, volumes and colours. Four cuts at the corners of the fitting allow the outflow of any water stagnation, while the extension to the base of optical assembly hide the articulation of rotation from the sight: devices which highlights the essential and refined design of this projector.

Die-cast body and flange manufactured in aluminium alloy EN 44300 with very low copper content. Central rotation joint on three axes with locking system for safe positioning. A4 Stainless steel screws. GORE® valve to prevent condensing. Subjected to galvanic anodizing treatment divided into distinct phases: mechanical satin finishing, surface degreasing, anodic oxidation and final sealing. The product is painted following a continuous two step paint process (epoxy-based primer + polyester-based colour finish), which allows to generate a single thick protective coating which then generates aprotective barrier against atmospheric agents and UV rays. Before fixing the diffuser on the Platek products a Pre- treatment using an atmospheric pressure plasma process is carried out on the surface. The process activates the ionic load on the surface exactly where it is needed, thus promoting the best silicone grip possible and removing any residual release of agents for a longer lasting seal. The next steps are the coating of silicone and the assembly of the diffuser on the lighting fixture, with an automated process to guarantee the perfect sealing of the lamp.