Biomorphis collaborated with David Narro Associates on a competition proposal for a new corten steel bridge at Bracklinn Falls, Callander. The design explored how prefabrication and efficient assembly could reduce on-site disruption while achieving a strong architectural identity that sits comfortably within the dramatic landscape.
Prefabrication for Efficiency and Reduced Impact
The proposal centred on prefabricated construction techniques to simplify the build and minimise environmental impact. Each bridge component was designed for easy transport and quick installation, reducing time on site and limiting disturbance to the sensitive natural setting around the falls.
Affordability and Architectural Expression
Affordability and efficiency guided every design decision. The aim was to create a bridge that balanced economic constraints with a distinctive architectural presence. Through thoughtful detailing and streamlined construction, the project demonstrated how cost-effective infrastructure can also achieve design excellence.
Corten Steel: Strength and Character
The bridge design utilised corten steel, also known as weathering steel, chosen for its strength, durability, and rich, evolving colour. As the material weathers, it develops a protective patina that blends naturally with the surrounding environment, giving the bridge a timeless quality while reducing maintenance needs.
Collaboration Between Architecture and Engineering
The project represented a creative dialogue between architectural vision and structural precision. Biomorphis and David Narro Associates explored how engineering logic can inform elegant, buildable design. The result is a proposal that celebrates the integration of technology, material, and landscape — a bridge conceived not only as infrastructure, but as a sculptural response to its place.
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