Sixth Street Viaduct – Michael Maltzan
The new Sixth Street Viaduct in Los Angeles, designed by Michael Maltzan Architecture with HNTB, Hargreaves Associates, and AC Martin, replaces the original 1932 bridge as a bold piece of multimodal urban infrastructure. Chosen through an international design competition, the project connects Boyle Heights to the Arts District and Downtown, emphasizing mobility, accessibility, and civic identity.
Far more than a road bridge, the Viaduct integrates car lanes, bike paths, and pedestrian walkways, with multiple access points along its length. It also forms a key link between the Los Angeles River and future urban green spaces, establishing the bridge as a landmark for connectivity and transformation in the city’s evolving landscape.
