The red bridge railings created by artist Jim Jacobson beautifully adorn the 1999 re-construction of the span over San Luis Obispo Creek. Situated just in front of the now famous 1955 Frank Lloyd Wright structure, the Seven Sisters railing incorporates elements of Wright’s styling and color palette.
The bridge has become much more than just a vehicle crossing but an extension of Mr. Wright’s architecture. The nearby plaque describes the theme of the repetitive design of the area’s seven prominent mountains (volcanic cores) and explains the origin of Santa Rosa Street. The bridge and its red railings now serve as a reference point for those seeking Frank Lloyd Wright’s landmark building.
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| Specifications for Seven Sisters Brige Handrail |
Client: City of San Luis Obispo (Public Works Department)
Medium: Powder-coated steel
Size: 1' x 72' each side
Location: Pacific and Santa Rosa Street, San Luis Obispo, California
Date Installed: January, 2000
More Information: Project involved historical research, design and written proposal, as well as the fabrication. Supervised installation performed by the contractor for Santa Rosa bridge.
Plaque Information: Santa Rosa Street was the original route to Cambria, formerly known as Santa Rosa Valley. Even today, a trip to Cambria is highlighted by volcanic cores, including the
“Seven Sisters” as depicted above. The artist, Jim Jacobson, incorporates two major elements in the railing: the “Seven Sisters,” and the adjacent building which was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. The design within the rectangular elements pays tribute to the “Seven Sisters,” and the repetitive design and color echoes the style of Frank Lloyd Wright. |
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