Niki de Saint Phalle Bridge - Les Ardoines

Designed as a suspended ribbon and a balcony overlooking the Seine, the Niki de Saint Phalle Bridge weaves together the connections of a city in the making, linking the ZAC Gare Ardoines development and the Grand Paris Express to the riverbanks.

Our lighting design complements this landscaped crossing through an integrated, understated approach that respects its surroundings. The entire lighting system is designed to recede into the background, prioritising visual comfort. Integrated into the structure, the LED light sources direct all light onto the bridge itself, with no direct light sources visible.

In response to the ecological sensitivity of the Seine’s nocturnal corridor, the lighting is softened and switched off wherever nature takes over. The TZEN dedicated sustainable transport route is therefore free from direct lighting, guided instead by retroreflective markers. The entire system relies on Smart City management tools to ensure exemplary energy efficiency and optimised maintenance.