Terrace balustrade | Ferdinand Facklam

A terrace balustrade is required for the holiday home in Costa Blanca, Spain.
Three mature Canary Date Palm Trees are present in the back part of the garden, as well as palm shrubs. These should be considered in the planning. The excellent climate of this area constitutes a further advantage. Various light sources can specifically be utilised to project shade.
An artistic interpretation of palm leaves, veins, feathers and fans. A specific connected system should be followed, like drawings on a piece of paper. The motives are recognisable as positive or negative conure.
An algorithm is established for the growth of this plant. The palm leaf is the organism. The flowing build-up of a plant. It reaches upwards.
Differentiated features may be added to the Palm Generator. The proportions of the leaves, the angles and radius, positioning and scales can be adjusted. This way the palm leaves reach a dynamic and natural form.
Corten steel, a weatherproof steel, is used for the production of a "Palm Balustrade".