Amgen Helix Pedestrian Bridge
Spanning eleven railroad tracks and connecting the campus of one of the world's largest biotechnical firms with a major transportation hub, the extraordinary 420-foot Amgen Helix Pedestrian Bridge is one of Seattle's most notable architectural attractions.
Location: Seattle, WA USA
Fabric Type: PTFE Fiberglass
Market Sector: Transportation
Project Size: 5,000 sq.ft.
Architect: Johnson Architecture and Planning
Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers
Owner: Amgen, Inc.
General Contractor: Sordoni Skanska Inc.
Completion Date: August 13, 2004
Fabric Type: PTFE Fiberglass
Market Sector: Transportation
Project Size: 5,000 sq.ft.
Architect: Johnson Architecture and Planning
Engineer: KPFF Consulting Engineers
Owner: Amgen, Inc.
General Contractor: Sordoni Skanska Inc.
Completion Date: August 13, 2004
The three-dimensional helix design represents the vital DNA research conducted at Amgen's facility and highlights Birdair's engineering and construction capabilities beyond architectural fabric membrane design.
In 2004, the Amgen Helix Pedestrian Bridge received the "Outstanding Project" award under the Bridges and Transportation category given by the National Council of Structural Engineers Association.
