Hammersmith Bridge closed to motor vehicles "indefinitely"

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Build a simple bridge of planks for cyclists and walkers. All the metal in the bridge could then be recycled.

 

[farmerbarleymow]

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That'd do.

 

[skyscraper101]

It'd be simpler and likely cheaper just to demolish it.

I'm of this opinion too. Demolish, rebuild, and replicate the original design as near as possible. The argument to keep it intact is really weak given the time and cost now.

 

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Would it really cost more to maintain it for Peds than build a new bridge

 

[farmerbarleymow]

I'm of this opinion too. Demolish, rebuild, and replicate the original design as near as possible. The argument to keep it intact is really weak given the time and cost now.

No need to waste money on fripperies - a functional concrete bridge would be sufficient.

 

[Cerv]

how many times has London Bridge been demolished and replaced? Western stretch of the Thames is slacking and needs to catch up.

 

[skyscraper101]

No need to waste money on fripperies - a functional concrete bridge would be sufficient.

Sure, but I think it would be a shame to dismiss its heritage entirely and create some boring functional bridge like London Bridge. Respecting the aesthetic of the original and building a futureproof bridge doesn't have to be mutually exclusive. I think this is a compromise people should get behind.

 

[farmerbarleymow]

Sure, but I think it would be a shame to dismiss its heritage entirely and create some boring functional bridge like London Bridge. Respecting the aesthetic of the original and building a futureproof bridge doesn't have to be mutually exclusive. I think this is a compromise people should get behind.

They could do a concrete one and then install projectors to display fancy architecture on it. Cheap and aesthetically pleasing enough for you.

 

[skyscraper101]

Remember that pub they had to rebuild brick by brick after knocking it down. I'm applying the same logic. Inevitably it's better and more modern now under the surface, but they've created an aesthetically identical exterior. This to me seems to be the best compromise rather than patching up an ageing structure at great cost and delay.

Rising from the rubble: London pub rebuilt brick by brick after illegal bulldozing

Carlton Tavern reopens six years after planning ruling that campaigners hope will prevent developers demolishing other sites

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[farmerbarleymow]

This would do fine as a replacement. Its even a similar colour.