I wish this kind of thing could be built in Britain. However, I suspect some kind of health and safety prat would piss on the plans to get it built. 

I really love the Scandinavian design ethos. This bridge lives in Norway. 

More info at http://digg.com/odd_stuff/Curvy_Bridge_Atlantic_Road

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