People invest a lot of time and money into theircars, and it is not surprising that they pamper their vehicles almost as much as their loved ones. At the same time, car parking is one of the most important components in caring for it. Many of us are already familiar with cases when avid drivers turned their homes into unique garages. Finally, the time has come when commercial parking spaces are in the spotlight of car enthusiasts. We present eleven that combine modern architectural trends with large spaces and sufficient safety for the car. Here, futuristic metal palaces compete with the ingenuity of more ingenious projects. Here you can also find completely new offers for drivers. So let's finally get to know them.
Autotower in Wolfsburg, Germany
Since there are so few parking spaces on this planetcars, then it is not surprising that this place was found in heaven. This is exactly the feeling created by the sight of the Autostadt tower, which is located in Germany, in the city of Wolfsburg. These two hundred feet of almost one glass are used exclusively for storing new Volkswagen cars. Visiting these giant towers resembles a fantastic journey in the Matrix-mobile. You just get into another dimension with absolutely . There is no difficulty for the client in choosing a certain model. A special elevator transports the selected copy right to his feet. Such twin towers, equipped with countless cars, are one of the most attractive places for a man.
Parking in Miami
One could immediately assume that it was a garage,created by designers at the Beijing Bird's Nest Stadium after the 2008 Olympics, will be something special. The structure is as much an example of stylish modern design as the spacious parking garage located in Miami. The 300-space garage, made mainly of concrete and glass, includes a parking complex, a cool restaurant with a terrace and views of the ocean. It is not just a garage, it is something more.
Parking "One" in Oklahoma City
This parking lot was designed by people with specialtaste and is a great example of combining modern and classic design styles. The garage-hotel occupies an entire city block and provides accommodation for 791 cars at once. The parking lot resembles a park rather than a garage. Mesh partitions provide the building with plenty of natural air and ventilation, while hiding the cars from the outside world. The beautiful metal mesh plays with the sunlight and reflects different shades at different times of the day. Color-coded levels and elegant aesthetics inside the building allow you to have a pleasant time and not get lost inside this modern structure.
Parking building in South Korea
Your preferences will definitely be satisfied heresuch a modern garage. Absolutely in line with the style of minimalism in its refinements, this amazing building looks so unusual that it seems as if its creators have looked into the future. Located in Seoul and designed by South Korean architects, it meets the most modern requirements. The designers claim that the unique appearance of this structure, built of stainless steel and polycarbonate, was specially developed for this huge space. The building has natural ventilation and allows the sun's rays to play with many shades inside. This garage looks more attractive than many modern houses and villas that we have seen here.
Greenway Park in Chicago
This great modern garage projectgoes beyond the ordinary. And this applies not only to design, but also to the use of alternative energy sources. Chicago is called the Windy City for a reason. This nickname comes to mind every time you take a walk along the city streets on a cold winter day. Greenway Park takes advantage of this natural feature, converting wind energy with the help of a spiral turbine that penetrates the structure of the building. The turbines start from the base and, like a corkscrew, come out on the roof. The parking lot design also provides for the possibility of collecting rainwater.
Veranda Park for cars, Rotterdam
When architect Paul de Ruthe was askedto come up with an idea for a modern parking space in the area of the Rotterdam stadium, he decided that it would be something completely different from the usual commercial buildings. The Veranda Car Park is a stunning building in its structure, in which aluminum and glass were used. The rounded edges of the facade give this structure a futuristic appearance. Inside the building there is enough space to accommodate 650 cars. In addition to them, a restaurant and much more were designed here. Each trapezoidal floor contains a kind of runway, which allows easy movement up and down. A huge amount of penetrating daylight and an exquisite interior of metal finishes create a complete feeling of airy and fresh look. This is one of the few parking lots that can actually lift your mood with its design alone.
Parking in Santa Monica
California is the leader in usage"green" energy in the United States. The Santa Monica Parking Garage is an innovative development. It is one of the first projects on the planet to be certified, thanks to its brilliant use of green energy LED lighting. and fourteen parking spaces for electric cars distinguish this garage from others. It is 300,000 square feet of a bright structure that stands out at night and holds 900 cars, as well as including a bicycle parking area. Innovation in terms of form and function comes to the fore here.
Car park in Melbourne
Another example from the collection of beautifulmodern parking spaces are located in Melbourne (the cars seem to like it). In fact, this place is truly a delight with its modern and colorful look, standing out from other car parks. The designer has taken the coloring of the garages to a whole new level, creating a bright atmosphere where different colored lines lead you to the exits. As you approach the gates, giant colored words signal your arrival in color. A clever and fun system that ensures you don’t get lost in the car park. Red means “OUT”, green means “IN”, blue means “UP”, yellow means “DOWN”. All easy enough for you to understand.
Marina City, Chicago
Many people say that all this was createdback in 1964. And it is true. Designed by Bertrand Goldberg, the twin towers were far ahead of their time. Despite the rapidly evolving architecture, the Marina City buildings are as popular today as they were several decades ago. The 65-story building and 587-foot height of these structures make them stand out from the crowd. In addition to many amazing, spacious rooms and commercial complexes that overlook the Chicago River, the lower part of the buildings can accommodate 896 cars in this parking lot. Marina City is a symbol of Chicago and its distinctive features are not only a tribute to the creative potential of architecture, but also a prediction of its future directions.
Kansas City Community, a public library bookshelf
With the advent of e-books andtablets, we have practically stopped picking up a real book. Kansas City has come up with a unique way to attract readers. The facade of their garage is a giant bookshelf filled with works by favorite authors. The collection of classics, beautifully bound, is based on the preferences of local residents. Twenty-two titles were selected through a survey to be featured. Everything from The Lord of the Rings to The Invisible Man, from A Tale of Two Cities to Romeo and Juliet can be found on the wall of this garage, which is well lit and educational for any visitor. Two metal stairwells that form visual bookends provide parking, so you don’t have to hide your car in the back of the building.
Park House in Germany
We started our review of amazing garages withGermany, and we want to finish there too. This glass and very beautiful garage is , although it is located in the small, busy city of Munster. There is much here that at first glance seems exotic and unusual. For example, an open courtyard for a modern parking lot - this is more of an oriental trend. While you are driving to the parking place, you can see a calm pond and admire the waterfall. Beautiful design, separate ramps for entry and exit will not let you get lost. Transparent walls of the building ensure that you will never experience a feeling of claustrophobia, as sometimes happens in old garage designs. Beautiful and brilliant.
