# Organic Industrial Designs 'Poppy Crossing' Sculptures Reflect Nature in Metal By Amelia Roblin | Published 2010-09-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poppy-crossing References: [poppycrossing](http://www.poppycrossing.com/home.html) Based in Canberra, Australia, the sculpture of 'Poppy Crossing' brings sheet metal to life. Inspired by natural motifs and print design, the artist Hayley Crossing began displaying her [metallic masterpieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pul-collection) in just 2007 at an open garden. Working to turn metal into [organic garden accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-art-garden), [mirrors and sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flowers-and-butterflies-are-dancing), 'Poppy Crossing' produces a range of delightful designs, including some on commission. As a registered landscape architect whose treasured hobby is flourishing, Hayley continues to develop new patterns and pieces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Nature-inspired Industrial Design:** Designing industrial products influenced by organic motifs can create visually appealing and harmonious products. - **Sustainable Metalworking:** Using eco-friendly materials and adopting energy-efficient metal production processes can reduce environmental waste and improve the industry's sustainability. - **Artisanal Industrial Design:** Handcrafted and unique industrial designs can differentiate products in the market and add value to consumers looking for custom or personalized products. ### Where This Applies - **Metalworking:** Using organic motifs to create products can revolutionize the decorative and architectural metalworking industry and expand its consumer base. - **Home and Garden Decor:** Incorporating nature-inspired industrial designs in home and garden decor can create a unique and harmonious living space that appeals to environmentally-conscious consumers. - **Sculpture Art:** Creating sculptures with natural motifs can enhance the symbolism and meaning of the work and appeal to art collectors who value the harmony of nature in art. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nature-Inspired Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/humannature-1.md) - [Sculptural Mixed-Media Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folded-echoes.md) - [Japanese Craftsmanship-Inspired Sculpture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakajimaya-crossing.md) - [Blooming Clustered Art Forms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/structural-botany.md) - [Grass Root-Made Sculptural Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rootfull.md) - [Floral-Inspired Sculptural Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flower-power.md) - [Outdoor Floral Sculpture Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sculptures-at-kew-gardens.md) - [Nature-Inspired Artful Garden Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/henderson-art-garden.md) - [Material Art Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-ferro-capsule.md)