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Case Study: Coastal Breeze Feature for a coastal property in Byron Bay

INDUSTRY

Construction, Landscape Design

Location

Melbourne, VIC

The Challenge

The client’s property, located on a windswept coastal bluff, had an existing paved area that felt disconnected from the rugged, beautiful ocean view.

The space was functional but lacked character, privacy, and an invitation to pause and enjoy the panorama. The exposed location required a design that was both durable against salt and wind, and respectful of the natural environment.

The Profab47 Solution

We engineered and fabricated a custom dynamic, multi-dimensional feature that would act as a gentle screen, a windbreaker, and an artistic element. The design, as seen in the image based on a series of staggered, vertical weathering steel fins.

Fabricated using 6mm x 100mm – mild flat steel designed and fabricated to blend with coastal elements.,

Weathering Steel Fins: The choice of weathering (Corten) steel was pivotal. These steel fins are designed to develop a rich, self-protecting patina of rust, which not only blends seamlessly with the coastal textures of sand and sea but also eliminates the need for painting, making it a low-maintenance, sustainable choice for a coastal environment. The fins were staggered in length and position, creating a sense of movement and allowing views to filter through rather than being completely blocked.

“The steel fin feature is incredible. It has completely changed how we use this space. It’s no longer just a path; it’s a place where we stop and appreciate the view, and the way the sun catches the steel and the grass is just magic. It feels like it’s always been a part of the coast.” – Mark, Byron Bay Property Owner

The Coastal Breeze Feature transformed a passive space into an active one. It successfully provided a sense of enclosure and privacy without sacrificing the prized ocean views. The material selection of weathering steel and native grasses ensures the feature will continue to evolve and settle into its environment over time, exemplifying EcoScape’s commitment to creating landscapes that are both beautiful and sustainable.

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