Parking garages aren’t usually the buildings that make it onto postcards. They’re often utilitarian, gray, and forgettable. But in South San Francisco, the Southline parking structure has changed that perception by blending architecture, art, and landscape design into something much bigger than a place to park cars.

Berkeley isn’t just a hub for academic brilliance and progressive thinking—it’s also home to one of the most innovative parking structures in California. The Center Street Garage is more than a place to leave your car; it’s a blend of architecture, sustainability, and public art that reshapes how cities integrate parking into their urban fabric.

Architectural photography isn’t just about showcasing a building; it’s about telling a story through structure, light, and perspective. The Stevens Creek Garage in San Jose offers a perfect case study. Designed to serve the bustling Westfield Valley Fair Mall, this parking structure goes beyond utility to redefine urban aesthetics.

The Broadcom garage in San Jose, California, is a striking example of how innovative cladding solutions can transform a parking structure into a work of art. Designed by HOK, with HNA Pacific serving as the parking consultant and architect of record, this precast concrete garage showcases the seamless blend of aesthetics and functionality.

The 350 Sherman Garage is a remarkable addition to Palo Alto’s downtown, transforming what might have been an ordinary parking structure into a landmark of modern design and sustainability.

Kiku Garage is a new parking option for visitors to downtown San Mateo, while also offering dedicated parking for residents of the new multifamily residences across the street. This innovative parking garage doesn't just serve a practical need; it also introduces vibrant public art to the area, featuring large murals by artist Harumo Sato.