A 15,000-square-foot pre-engineered metal building, converted into a fully operational, purpose-built automotive service facility.
Affordable Mechanix began as a 15,000-square-foot pre-engineered metal building. Paper Plane Architecture converted it into a fully operational mechanic shop — dedicated service areas, offices, a welcoming reception, restrooms, and the support spaces a growing business runs on.
The work centered on function: a better workflow, a stronger customer experience, and a facility built to support long-term operations.
The project transforms an existing pre-engineered metal building into a purpose-built automotive service environment. Dark framing, metal cladding, extensive glazing, and multiple service-bay doors give it a clean, functional identity — and a welcoming, professional arrival for customers and staff.
The interior shifts completely in character — from a bare steel frame to an organized service floor. Multiple vehicle lifts and dedicated work areas support an efficient workflow while keeping circulation clear across the facility.
The shop is organized around the equipment and operational needs of a modern service environment: vehicle lifts, tire-service equipment, storage, and dedicated workstations across the floor.
Each area is arranged to improve workflow and give technicians easy access to the tools they use most.
The plan separates customer-facing spaces from the service area, creating an efficient relationship between reception, support spaces, and the vehicle bays.
The completed conversion brings automotive service, customer reception, offices, and support spaces together under one roof — purpose-built for efficiency, workflow, and durability.