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Luxury Car Elevators

CarLift Makes Your Patio Your Garage

— August 22, 2008 — Autos
If you really want to be on the cutting edge of condo cool, an apartment equipped with a CarLift is the only way to go. The CarLift lets you keep your car right on the balcony.

You’ve likely seen indoor garages before, photographed in ultra-expensive mansions. We’ve even seen elevators to take your car away, to the underground parking. The CarLift, designed by the German architect firm Topos, will be installed in a swanky new six-storey apartment building located in the Kreuzberg district of Berlin.

What a luxury it would be to have your prized ride right outside the patio door. No unsafe underground parking and no worries about theft or vandalism. An added bonus is that CarLift is programmable; you can set what time you need the elevator to be ready and there it is waiting for you in the morning.

As you can imagine, the cost of such luxury and convenience does not come cheap; the smallest apartment in the building is $700,000 and the penthouse is $2.4 million. But if you have separation issues with your car, the CarLift may help you sleep soundly.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Car Elevators - The development of luxury car elevators presents an opportunity for architects and real estate developers to enhance the exclusivity and convenience of high-end apartment buildings.
2. Indoor Garages - The use of indoor garages in residential buildings opens up possibilities for innovative designs that prioritize safety, security, and convenience for car owners.
3. Programmable Elevators - The integration of programmable features in car elevators offers the potential for customized and time-saving experiences for users.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architectural firms can explore the incorporation of luxury car elevators in high-end residential projects to offer unique selling propositions and attract affluent clients.
2. Real Estate Development - Real estate developers can consider integrating indoor garages and car elevators in their projects to cater to the demands of high-net-worth individuals seeking luxury and convenience in their living spaces.
3. Automotive - Automotive companies can explore partnerships with architects and real estate developers to create seamless integration between luxury cars and residential buildings, offering innovative solutions that cater to car owners' needs.
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