{"id":48342,"date":"2026-08-18T08:20:52","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T08:20:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/news\/new-trends-in-parking-garage-architecture\/"},"modified":"2026-08-18T09:06:27","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T09:06:27","slug":"new-trends-in-parking-garage-architecture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/news\/new-trends-in-parking-garage-architecture\/","title":{"rendered":"New Trends in Parking Garage Architecture"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Today, parking garages are far more than mere functional structures – they are part of urban design and shape the character of modern cities. Exceptional facades that go far beyond standard solutions can be achieved with Tonality terracotta baguettes from Leipfinger-Bader. They combine functionality with sophisticated aesthetics and transform parking garages into architectural showstoppers. Made from regional raw materials, the terracotta ensures natural ventilation, meets the highest standards for sustainability and durability, and sets entirely new benchmarks in design. Its weather- and UV-resistant surface, combined with permanent graffiti protection, makes it a symbol of modern, low-maintenance, and cost-effective architecture.<\/strong><\/p><\/p>\n\n

Parking garages play a central role in urban infrastructure and are of enormous economic importance. According to Statista, the German parking garage market alone generates billions in annual revenue – comparable to industries such as the restaurant and retail sectors. Their function goes far beyond simply parking vehicles: They serve as calling cards for downtown areas, shopping centers, and train stations, and must impress both architecturally and functionally. Modern parking garages therefore present architects and builders with the challenge of reconciling design aspirations with practical requirements such as reliable ventilation – a balancing act that has often limited design freedom in the past.<\/p>\n\n

\"Parking

Terracotta facades are characterized by their ease of cleaning, low maintenance requirements, and long service life.Photo: Leipfinger-Bader<\/p><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

From Problem Area to Area of Potential<\/h2>\n\n

In addition to an inviting, bright interior design, it is above all the facade that shapes the appearance and appeal of a parking garage. An open, thoughtfully designed building envelope not only conveys a sense of modernity but also plays a crucial role in making users feel safe – especially women. Yet in many places, parking garages still reveal their darker side: gray, dark, covered in graffiti, and often in a condition that is neither functional nor aesthetically pleasing. Cleaning such outdated facades is labor-intensive and expensive, while staffing is tight in many places. Municipalities therefore face the challenge of eliminating these eyesores from the cityscape while simultaneously meeting the growing demands for sustainable mobility and urban development concepts. Parking garages are increasingly evolving into multifunctional buildings that, in addition to parking, also offer space for retail, offices, or e-mobility services. To support this transformation, innovative facade solutions are needed that not only respond flexibly to new requirements but also enhance the cityscape in a sustainable way.<\/p>\n\n

\"Parking

Parking garages are increasingly shaping the urban landscape and must balance functionality, safety, and ventilation with architectural quality.Photo: Martin Sommerschield<\/p><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

Technically functional and high-quality design<\/h3>\n\n

With this in mind, Leipfinger-Bader has developed Tonality terracotta baguettes specifically for use as a facade solution for parking garages. These long, hollow terracotta elements combine modern, high-end design with lifelong maintenance-free durability. They feature square or round cross-sections and are mounted vertically on the facade using special mounting systems. The length of the individual elements is always project-specific and can, for example, span an entire story. The color options range from warm earth tones to modern shades of gray, and from smooth to textured surfaces. Since the elements are manufactured in a suspended state, they result in particularly high-quality surfaces free of production marks. In addition, the baguettes – also known as \u201csquares\u201d – ensure that the required ventilation slots in parking garages are elegantly integrated into the facade. This is because the open arrangement of the baguettes allows for natural ventilation, which is mandatory under current fire safety and ventilation regulations.<\/p>\n\n

\"Parking

From warm earth tones to modern shades of gray: Terracotta baguettes offer maximum freedom for custom architecture.Photo: Leipfinger-Bader<\/p><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

Resilience Meets Sustainability<\/h3>\n\n

Terracotta, as a facade material, also excels in terms of sustainability and resilience. TONALITY\u00ae products are manufactured exclusively from natural raw materials sourced regionally in the Westerwald. They are particularly resistant to weathering and UV radiation. Thanks to a special high-temperature firing process, the surface does not absorb urban dirt or fine dust. The facade remains permanently clean and attractive. The firing process also integrates reliable graffiti protection directly into the terracotta, allowing graffiti to be quickly and completely removed with simple cleaning agents, leaving no residue. There is no need to renew this protection at a later date. Easy cleaning, low maintenance requirements, and a long service life result in low operating costs throughout the entire life cycle.<\/p>\n\n

\"Parking

The terracotta \u201cbaguettes\u201d allow ample light to enter the interior of the parking garage. This serves both as a design element and a safety feature – not just for women.Photo: Leipfinger-Bader<\/p><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

A Catalyst for Sustainable Urban Development<\/h3>\n\n

Tonality terracotta are particularly well-suited for the renovation of existing parking garages, as their light weight allows them to be easily installed on almost any surface. In an era when cities are increasingly turning to multifunctional and resource-efficient concepts, parking garages with innovative fa\u00e7ade solutions can become true role models. They transform gray and aging functional buildings into vibrant, safe, and attractive places that enrich the cityscape while also delivering strong economic returns. The combination of durability, low-maintenance properties, and design versatility makes Tonality terracotta the ideal choice for municipalities and developers who not only want to create functional buildings but also wish to set an example for sustainable architecture. It is time to harness the potential of these often-underestimated structures and give them a new, forward-looking character.<\/p>\n\n

\"Parking

Tonality\u2019s terracotta facade tiles are distinguished by their high-quality finishes, ranging from matte to glossy and shimmering to textured or uniform.Photo: Martin Sommerschield<\/p><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

\"Parking

The open arrangement of the baguettes allows for effective ventilation and meets fire safety requirements.Photo: Leipfinger-Bader<\/p><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

\"Parking

Tonality terracotta facades impress not only with their vibrant appearance but also with their exceptional durability and low maintenance requirements.Photo: Martin Sommerschield<\/p><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n

<\/p>\n\n

Download Press Kit (German)<\/p><\/p>\n\n

<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Today, parking garages are far more than mere functional structures – they are part of urban design and shape the character of modern cities. Exceptional facades that go far beyond standard solutions can be achieved with Tonality terracotta baguettes from Leipfinger-Bader. They combine functionality with sophisticated aesthetics and transform parking garages into architectural showstoppers. Made […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":48319,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[50],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-48342","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-references"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48342","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=48342"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48342\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":48343,"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48342\/revisions\/48343"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/48319"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=48342"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=48342"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tonality.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=48342"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}