Faster Speedways or Swifter Madness?

America is experiencing a boom in architecturally spectacular bridges that emulate the European tradition of image-conscious structures that create a signature landmark, an identifying keepsake wrought with soaring dimensions. But the modern American version disowns Europe’s more humanistic, pedestrian-friendly bridges that boast lanes for rail and bike, along with cars. We’re spending a ton to build breathtaking bridges that will make traffic worse.