A 17.6km (10.9mile) long cycleway will be built in Jiaozhou, China, designed by architecture and design firm Mecanoo. The Golden Ribbon cycling route will be funded by the World Bank and is the result of research on ‘innovation in mobility’ by the University of Shandong.

The cycleway has been designed for “connectivity, comfort and experience”, while encouraging the use of bikes to improve public health, air quality and the environment.

The aim is to connect the city of Jiaozhou with the mountains and the route has been laid out to ensure minimal impact on the environment. It follows a derelict canal that will be renovated and passes through two public parks.

The Golden Ribbon will have facilities for cyclists, including nine pavilions which – depending on their size – will have amenities such as restaurants, showers, bike rental and a cycling association clubhouse.

Mecanoo’s design takes its inspiration from the local yellow rain tree. Stretches of the route will be planted with the tree and the perforated steel surrounding the path will be patterned with flower motifs. @mecanoo

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