Tom Kelley Automotive – Volvo

Location
Fort Wayne, IN

Structural Engineer
Structural Engineering Services, LLC

Architect
The Moake Park Group

Steel Joist Manufacturer
Nucor, Vulcraft Group

Steel Fabricator
PWC Fabrication

The design of this 21,000 sq ft Tom Kelley Volvo dealership harkens back to its Scandinavian roots in both material and style with a focus on utilizing the spacious showroom. The interior of the building breaks away from the stereotypical dealership utilizing Long-Span Steel Joists with focus on the utilization of the entire showroom and surrounding active space.

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