Bridging the gap between innovation and imagination, Amsterdam’s latest marvel is a 3D-printed masterpiece that’s as tech-savvy as it is stylish. The 12-meter-long pedestrian bridge, designed by visionary artist Joris Laarman and brought to life by Dutch robotics company MX3D, spans one of the city’s iconic canals in the Red Light District. This curvaceous structure, crafted from 4,500 kilograms of stainless steel, showcases the cutting-edge potential of 3D printing technology. Equipped with sensors to monitor its health and performance, the bridge not only serves as a functional piece of infrastructure but also as a testament to the future of urban design.

 

Joris Laarman’s 3D-printed stainless steel bridge finally opens in Amsterdam