CMI Toyota Christies Beach Showroom | Matthews Architects

This project redefines commercial architecture, proving that spaces like car showrooms deserve the same design integrity as galleries. The building echoes contemporary art galleries, with overlapping planes and intersecting volumes creating a visually dynamic and immersive experience.
Clean lines eliminate distractions, focusing attention on the cars—functional sculptures displayed with precision. The grand peninsular stretches towards the street, offering passers-by a glimpse into the gallery-like interior, while the transparent façade invites exploration.
Inside, glass facades subtly define spaces without enclosing them, creating an open, fluid environment. The architectural form embraces these soft boundaries through delicate textural shifts—from glossy to matte—while the key three-dimensional forms flow seamlessly between exterior and interior.
This thoughtful design elevates the showroom into an architectural statement, blending commercial function with artistic expression, and inviting the public to engage with the space as more than just a place of business.