Car park design involves the process of creating efficient, safe, and functional parking facilities for vehicles. This involves considering a range of factors to ensure that parking areas meet regulatory standards, optimise space, and provide convenient access for users. Car park design is essential for most development types including residential, commercial, industrial, and public facilities.
Key elements of car park design include:
Layout and Circulation: Designing the layout of car parking spaces, driveways, and turning areas to maximise developable space while ensuring smooth traffic flow and convenient vehicle movements.
Parking Space Dimensions: Determining the appropriate size of parking bays based on vehicle types, local regulations, and accessibility requirements, including spaces for disabled users.
Access Points: Strategically positioning entry and exit points to minimise congestion and ensure safe ingress and egress.
Pedestrian Safety: Ensuring that there are safe and well-marked pathways for pedestrians, including designated crossing points and clear signage.
Lighting and Signage: Incorporating adequate lighting for safety and clear signage for directing vehicles, identifying parking zones, and indicating exits.
Sustainability Features: Including elements like permeable paving, landscaping, electric vehicle charging stations, or bike parking to support environmentally friendly practices.
Compliance with Standards: Adhering to local regulations, including Australian Standards (AS) and local planning policies for car park dimensions, accessibility, and safety measures.
Well-designed car parks enhance user convenience, safety, and functionality, while also ensuring compliance with legal and planning requirements.
Our team carefully reviews architectural plans to ensure that vehicular access arrangements and car parking layouts enable safe and efficient vehicle access for all users. Our expertise in car park design extends to all types of urban development projects and includes multi-level car park structures, car stacker systems, car lift installations, complex ramp designs and more.
