San Antonio River Walk - A Closer Look

San Antonio River Walk - A Closer Look

Robert Hugman’s design for a winding, landscaped canal solved an engineering problem for San Antonio–and created a tourist magnet.

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Below-Grade PromenadeHugman’s design called for a below-grade promenade onto which pedestrians would descend from street level, entering “a quaint old cobblestone street rambling lazily along the river.” Historic and NewThe design combined a Venetian style with a Spanish Revival aesthetic,creating an appealing setting for shops and restaurants.

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