When new TGV rail lines were built from France’s Atlantic coast through La Roche-sur-Yon, a new pedestrian bridge was needed to cross the tracks safely. New York-based architect Bernard Tschumi and French firm Hugh Dutton Associés rose to the challenge with this beautiful tubular lattice bridge that connects the old center of the town with the newer districts across the tracks. The new pedestrian bridge was inaugurated in February and now stands as a striking contemporary statement for the town.

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Situated in an defunct arms manufacturing facility in Saint-Etienne, the recently unveiled Cité du Design is a stunning international center for design. Designed by LIN, the project completely renovated the historic complex and integrated a new facility made out of triangular scaffolding. Powered by solar energy and supplemented by an efficient heating system, the energy efficient Cité du Design is a world class design center that lives up to its name.

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