Architecture firm MVE + Partners recently transformed a 33-year-old, 9,290-m2 (100,000-sf) car dealership in North Carolina for luxury car brand Lexus.
The team used a holistic approach to designing all programmed areas, including the main showroom, guest lounges, snack and refreshment areas, service drop-off, and car delivery, with a welcoming and comfortable experience while effectively displaying the Lexus brand and cars.
The building’s overall color and materials reflect the brand’s motif. The form of the ceilings and light fixtures in the showroom are inspired by the Lexus car grill.
The guest consultation areas are in the form of “tripods” and use patterned glass.
All building materials used in the dealership are efficient and sustainable. The incorporation of high-performance glass reduces glare and heat transmission in the building, allowing the optimization of the dealership’s mechanical building systems. The entire building is also designed to sustain heavy wind loads, as North Carolina is prone to hurricanes and extreme weather events.
