Sixth Street Viaduct – Michael Maltzan
The Sixth Street Viaduct in Los Angeles, designed by Michael Maltzan Architecture with HNTB, Hargreaves Associates, and AC Martin, replaces the 1932 original with a striking piece of multimodal urban infrastructure. Selected through an international competition, the bridge reconnects Boyle Heights with the Arts District and Downtown, prioritizing accessibility, mobility, and civic identity. Beyond its vehicle lanes, the Viaduct accommodates cyclists and pedestrians, offering multiple entry points and linking the Los Angeles River to emerging green spaces. It stands as a new landmark of connectivity in the city’s rapidly evolving urban landscape.
