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When you require a bridge with style, Westbrook can truly shine. We place a high value on the aesthetics, having won six awards for excellence in bridge design.

An attractive bridge doesn’t have to be expensive though. We know a variety of methods that give you the beauty without the expected cost. For example, we have designed a number of bridges that utilize economical concrete formliners to simulate a stone veneer. Because they are not constructed from stone, you won’t encounter shifting and settling over time, making maintenance costs negligible.

We give consideration to several factors that enhance the aesthetics of a bridge. These include:

• Proportions of the structure

• Integration into the environment/landscape

• Choice of materials

• Lighting

• Simplicity of the shape

• Railing type

• Architectural etchings

• Color

Contact our Bridge Department for more examples of aesthetic bridges we have designed.