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People-Friendly Parking Garages

Multi-Story Veranda Car Park is Airy, Not Scary

— August 3, 2009 — Art & Design
Designed by Dutch architect Paul de Ruiter in Rotterdam, Netherlands, the multi-story Veranda Car Park not only aims to solve the parking problems in Veranda strip in Rotterdam, but also aims to improve the image of multi-story car parks with its premium architectural character. The car park accommodates 650 cars and supplies a space for people to shop, drink and eat at street level. 

Architecturally, the Veranda Car Park has an eye-catching exterior and an interior that is congenial and exquisite. In contrast to the general perception of car park designs, instead of cars, people are the center of Paul de Ruiter’s design.

From its glass panoramic lift to its central open area that allows more light and air to penetrate into the car park, its light and white environment prevents the Veranda Car Park from looking like the familiar scary car park scenes in gangster movies.
Trend Themes
1. People-friendly Parking Design - Architects and designers are focusing on creating parking facilities that prioritize human experience and aesthetics, offering opportunities for innovative designs that prioritize safety and comfort.
2. Multi-use Car-parks - Incorporating additional features such as retail spaces, restaurants, and entertainment areas within car-parks is becoming a trend, presenting new opportunities for integration with various industries.
3. Sustainable Parking Solutions - The concern for environmental sustainability is driving the development of parking solutions that incorporate renewable energy, energy efficiency, and green spaces into parking design.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - There is a growing need for innovative designs that prioritize human experience and aesthetics, presenting opportunities for architects to challenge the traditional design of parking facilities.
2. Retail - The integration of retail spaces within parking facilities is a new trend that offers retailers an innovative way to increase foot traffic and create a unique shopping experience.
3. Renewable Energy - The development of sustainable parking solutions requires collaboration with renewable energy providers, opening opportunities for the renewable energy industry to expand its scope of services.
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