SEED is a creative design practice that specialises in landscape design and construction management.  We specialise in residential and commercial projects.

We produce individual designs catered specifically to our clients.  We undertake these projects with a dedication that reflects our committed work ethic.  SEED’s innovative solutions, attention to detail, and extensive experience lend improved value and aesthetic appeal to your home or project and lifestyle.

Corten Steel (lyten)

Posted on June 12, 2011 by Paul

Modern Landscape Design Paddington BrisbaneCorten (or Lyten) is a beautifully contemporary element to use within the landscape. It has a strong ‘industrial’ essence, but also is able to tame modern buildings with its ‘earthiness’. This material works well with both modern buildings and the traditional ‘Queenslander’ or workers cottage. It’s ‘rustic’ nature also works well in Australiana themed gardens.

It is fast becoming a popular material used by architects in building design and it is a wonderful product for external use. The rusted red colour mirrors the colour tones of hardwood timber (decking, posts, etc), often used within the building and unifies a design. Un-oxidized (not rusty) on delivery, this can be treated like any other type of steel, giving it freedom for many uses and structure forms. Laser cutting the steel is common and is used as screening or signage.

It also contrasts with the lush greenness of planted vegetation.

Paul Stein
Paul Stein
Designer

Since founding Seed in 2006, Paul has produced an extensive portfolio of projects.