Radley Acura Parking Garage
Vertical Efficiency
Design Submission
Location
Falls Church, Virginia
Sector / Use
Commercial
Project Type
Storage
Car Dealership
Maintenance
Scope
New Ground up Construction
Alterations / Additions
Design Team
Architecture | Rich Hostelley Architect | LPA
Role
Project Designer
Services Provided
Schematic Design
Three-Dimensional Visualization
Zoning Submission
Architecturally, the parking structure was envisioned as more than a utilitarian storage solution. The exterior design sought to reinforce the dealership's brand identity while creating a visually cohesive addition to the campus. Through careful consideration of scale, materials, screening elements, and façade articulation, the structure contributes positively to the overall customer experience while addressing functional requirements for ventilation, durability, and long-term operational performance.
The result is a highly integrated automotive campus expansion that combines operational efficiency, customer-focused amenities, and architectural identity into a single comprehensive solution, positioning the dealership for continued growth in a competitive marketplace.
Project Narrative
As Design Consultant to Loveless Porter Architects, Rich Hostelley Architect provided conceptual design leadership for the exterior architectural expression of a transformative dealership expansion project centered around a 600-car structured parking facility.
The project addresses the growing demand for vehicle inventory storage within a constrained site by constructing a multi-level parking structure above an active automotive dealership showroom and adjacent service center. Rather than expanding outward, the design leverages vertical development to maximize site capacity while preserving and enhancing existing ground-level operations.
A key challenge was integrating significant new infrastructure into a fully operational dealership environment. The design strategically layers parking, service, and customer-focused functions to maintain uninterrupted dealership operations throughout implementation. Extensive coordination of structural systems, circulation patterns, vehicular movement, and phased construction planning ensured the new facility would seamlessly integrate with the existing campus while supporting future growth.
Beyond vehicle storage, the project introduces several program elements designed to elevate operational efficiency and enhance the customer experience. A dedicated vehicle delivery center provides a premium, branded environment where customers can take ownership of their new vehicles, creating a memorable and engaging final step in the purchasing process. The service department expansion includes a two-story parts storage system with an integrated mezzanine level, significantly improving inventory management, accessibility, and workflow efficiency. Additionally, a fully enclosed four-bay vehicle wash facility streamlines preparation and detailing operations, supporting increased throughput and improved service capabilities.
