VW Garage

The original garage had reached the end of its useful life. In its place, Constructed Matter built a new three-car garage designed around the client’s collection of vintage Volkswagen Beetles and their desire for a dedicated space to display, maintain, and work on the cars. The new structure takes a distinctly modern approach while remaining grounded in the character of Phoenix’s historic F.Q. Story neighborhood. Exposed wood trusses and a brick wall bring warmth, texture, and a connection to the area’s historic architecture, while the clean, contemporary design by architect Ron Elliott gives the garage its own identity. The result is more than a place to store cars; it is a purpose built space for the collection and the work that surrounds it, balancing the practical demands of a working garage with the experience of showcasing the vehicles themselves.