bjarke ingels group (BIG) and arup are among the finalists of ‘reimagining brooklyn bridge’, a competition that is looking to re-think one of new york’s most recognizable landmarks. the contest, which is being run by the van alen institute, inspires participants to re-think the bridge’s walkway. six proposals by the contest’s finalists have been divided into two groups: the professional category — ages 22 and up; and the young adult category — for those 21 and under. ‘the brooklyn bridge has the potential to serve as a testing ground for designs that serve our communities in need — not just in an imagined, idealistic future — but now,’ say the competition’s organizers. ‘with these considerations at heart, the six finalist proposals are a compelling and optimistic set of ideas for responsive short-term interventions and longer-term, large-scale reconfigurations of the brooklyn bridge.’