Dwaarlindjirraap Suspension Bridge

PrizeHonorable Mention in Architectural Design / Infrastructure
Firm LocationPerth, Australia
Companyiredale pedersen hook architects and ARUP
Lead Architectiredale pedersen hook architects and ARUP
Design TeamAdrian Iredale, Finn Pedersen, Martyn Hook, Patrick Bendall, Ben Moffit
ClientDepartment of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions

The 105m long Dwaarlindjirraap suspension bridge crosses the Murray River close to the Baden Powell camp ground and forms the central element of the Dwellingup Adventure Trails experience, a 30km+ dedicated single track mountain bike trail and upgrade of 8km of the existing Munda Biddi Trail. The bridge is located within a National Park, the Murray River has significant cultural heritage value. The trails project anchors the ongoing development of Dwellingup as a major tourism centre for the region.