Longest Bench in the World

Designed by Kongjian Yu, The Red Ribbon steel bench runs for a 1/2 kilometer alongside the Tanghe River in Qinhuangdao, China. A wonderful juxtaposition between the machined and nature, it looks to be a magnetic, multi-functional piece of art that invites people to sit, play and observe from it as it meanders through the riverside park.  This minimalist approach arguably results in a significant reduction of impacts typically caused by accommodating traditional park features while providing a unique and meaningful experience.

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