Working wonders on Russian riverbanks

How to create a public space on a swampy riverbank for residents of all ages

Creating an all-inclusive promenade on the bank of a river with a complex relief is an example of how you can turn the apparent disadvantages of a place into its advantages. That’s what Basis Architectural Bureau achieved in Zhukovsky, Russia when they constructed a new embankment with balcony views. The narrow path on the steep bank of the Bykovka river turned into an all-inclusive promenade with balconies on stilts and various functional zones.

The new embankment is divided into two main zones: ‘quiet’ and ‘active’. The ‘active’ area includes a dog walking area, projecting balconies suitable for fishing, a playground for different ages and a central area for events. The ‘quiet’ zone is a long promenade on winding bridges among trees with scenic balconies on stilts and secluded places for rest.

A feature of the project was the installation of balconies and walkways on stilts where the relief was complex.

The team managed to significantly increase the usable area of the embankment and plan recreational areas with the best view of the river. With the help of winding wooden paths, they increased the length of the walking route and made it convenient for bicycles and prams. The main hiking route goes off from the scenic balconies, so nothing prevents visitors from enjoying the privacy of nature.

Minimalist modern street furniture made of steel and treated pine is used in the project and emphasizes the natural colour of the wood. Thanks to its modest colour scheme and basic design, it blends in delicately with the natural environment. This naturalness is especially distinct in the fencing around the decks which have a slight ‘irregularity’ of the rods.

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