Bespoke outdoor street furniture and the environment work in harmony when the forms and materials are used in the right way
. Practical considerations need to be taken into account, such as safety and durability but the nature of different materials enhance the aesthetic appeal.
When designing for outdoor and public spaces it is most important that the products become an attractive part of the landscape. Safety and durability should be considered and the most appropriate materials chosen for both strength and visual appeal.
At times design enhances the elements of nature or alternatively it could bring elements of nature to architecture and environmental layout. Natural curves and materials such as wood perfectly compliment certain outdoors spaces and create a sense of unity between out technological world and the elements of the earth.
Design can even be completely out of sight as with ground reinforcement that simply enhance elements of nature by protecting grass from being worn away in high traffic areas.
Visual elements are more important at times than for just being attractive. For safety reasons bollards and markers also need to attract attention and certain areas need to be clearly demarcated. Solid heavy barriers not only block traffic but physically but create a stronger mental awareness that enhances safety. The creative use of simple objects such as these can be very effective however and interesting designs with steel and stone can add a very interesting element with the use of repetition of form.
Public seating is also one of the very simple things that can easily enhance an area. Simple shapes can be combined in the most creative ways that can be modern or classical. The material alone can be the focus such as shiny stainless steel that so perfectly reflects any surroundings or wood, which has a feeling of comfort.
For the public safety it is very important that fitting are solid and securely fixed. Products must be resistant to breaking and finished off in a way that is not likely to cause injury. Very sturdy construction will also limit the risk of vandalism. The finishes are also very important to durability and galvanizing and powder coating will ensure that steel does not corrode or need much maintenance and wood has to be properly treated to prevent it from rotting.
Using recycled materials has obvious benefits but these can be more than just the obvious because plastic can last far longer in coastal areas where they corrosive air would eat through steel. Whatever you are looking for can be exactly matched with Bespoke outdoor street furniture and the environment will benefit in many ways.