Bridge Street design brings the ebb and flow of Whakatu to life
A revised design for Bridge Street has been released as part of the Bridge to Better project, incorporating changes informed by feedback including cycle links, parking and cultural design elements shaped by local iwi.
This stage of the design builds on the developed design released in late 2024 and incorporates greater detail to the layout, materials, and cultural expression that will feature in the redesigned Bridge Street, as shaped through a co-design process with iwi and extensive engagement with local businesses, property owners, and stakeholders.
The design is guided by the concept of tai timu, tai pari (the ebb and flow of the tides), a narrative gifted by the eight iwi of Te Tauihu. It speaks to the natural cycles that have shaped this place through time, while expressing our identity as a coastal city. This theme is expressed through the street via a unifying Aramoana paving pattern, symbolising waterways shaping the layout of spaces and features across the project.
City Centre Revitalisation Taskforce Chair Rohan O’Neill-Stevens says the design embodies a distinctly local identity.
“This is about designing a street that truly belongs to this place — shaped by our shared stories, unique identity, and diverse ecology.
“What makes this design special is how everyday elements have been given meaning. From the paving to the drinking fountains, every detail is an opportunity to express who we are — bringing a sense of place to even the most functional parts of the street.”
To read the full story and hear more about the proposed design, visit News – Pitopito.
Feedback on the detailed design can be given via Shape Nelson by 13 June, 2025.
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