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Wednesday, 29 August 2007, 10:09 GMT 11:09 UK

In pictures: Piers of the future

A flock of birds wheel over Brighton's derelict West Pier

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The 21st Century Piers competition seeks to revolutionise the seaside icons. Here regeneration body BURA's head Jon Ladd comments on some of the short-listed design entries.

Entry from Humberts Leisure, Hemsley Orrell Partnership & Morgan Carn Partnership led by John Maclean

Entry from Humberts Leisure, Hemsley Orrell Partnership & Morgan Carn Partnership led by John Maclean

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"A strong environmental entry, whose design embraced the subtle waves and contours of a sea front location."

Entry from atomikarchitecture with XCO2 led by Mike Oades

Entry from atomikarchitecture with XCO2 led by Mike Oades

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"This design embraces the concept of the coast. It highlights the value of space; how it can be used to address many needs in an environmentally-sensitive and provocative way."

Entry from Brian McArthur

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"This design balances a futuristic vision with traditional forms and breaks away from the typical linear structure to create a destination to live, work and play."

Entry from Xu Sheng, of Kingston University

Entry from Xu Sheng, of Kingston University

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"This design recognises the value of fishing both as an integral part of the heritage of coastal towns and one of the most popular recreational pastimes."

Entry from Daniel Taylor

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"This concept demonstrates the value of high quality open space. It exemplifies how the power to deliver a sustainable community lies within the community itself."

Entry from Ian Hughes

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"Here the entrant has accentuated the use of a pier across a spectrum of sustainable community issues including economic, employment, cultural, educational and health agendas."

Entry from Raymond Cowling

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"A futuristic looking entry which would provide a wonderful iconic public space for tourists and commercial operators." Winners will be announced on 20 September in Rhyl.

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