8 unique parking systems in the world
(Baonghean.vn) - Not simply empty lots on asphalt, concrete, sand...; the parking spaces below are special and unusual spaces compared to the usual concept thanks to their unique architecture and operation.
1. Parking lot Lyon, France
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The Parc des Celestins car park was completed in 1994, at a cost of about 56 million USD, located in the historic square of the city of Lyon, and has won awards for its unique design and ability to accommodate many cars (up to 440).
The driveway wraps around the central “well”, the bottom of which is transformed into a moving circular mirror that reflects the arched windows. It also creates the illusion of infinity.
2. Autostadt CarTowers Parkingin Wolfsburg, Germany
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The Autostadt CarTowers looks like something out of a “science fiction” work. A giant 20-story car park, cars are lifted by elevators and placed in parking spaces by intelligent robotic systems.
You won't find a walkway into this parking lot; if you're lucky enough to visit, you can take a tour inside the robot arms in safety glass boxes, but the key is "Don't look down."
3. Eureka Car Park, Melbourne
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The unique combination of painted lines on the walls and floor creates a functional way to indicate your location in the Eureka parking lot. Designer Axel Peemoeller developed a “wayfinding system” that provides directions for visitors and also serves as a decorative accent for the parking garage.
Long lines combined with suitable colors such as red for exit, green for entrance, blue for up, yellow for down, etc.
4. Parking lot Chicago, USA
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Marina City Parking is a pair of twin buildings in downtown Chicago. The total cost of the building was $36 million in 1968, with the lower portion containing 896 parking spaces. When looking for a parking spot, you will have to drive in a spiral upwards.
5. Ballet Valet (Miami, USA)
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Miami became known for its “parkitecture” trend in 1996 when Ballet Valet opened next to Miami Beach. The space impresses with its lush greenery covering the facades of the parking floors.
6. Barge parking in Sweden
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Built on a barge, the design of the floating car park ensures it blends in with the central port of Gothenburg (Sweden). With a capacity of 400 cars, this special garage can also be moved to another location if required.
7Glass Pavilion House Parking Lot
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Steve Hermann’s Glass Pavilion House is a large garage, showroom, and museum for the most classic and luxury cars. The pavilion-style design, along with the open space, stone floors… create a unique space for a car collection that you can’t find a more suitable structure.
8. Engelenschanze Parking (Stuttgart, Germany)
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The all-glass walls bring in natural light during the day and reflect the shimmering lights at night. A courtyard, river, and waterfall inside also create a relaxing spa-like feel.
