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Reimagining Gas Stations: HACKING THE EXISTING TYPOLOGY & Transforming to Multi-Porpuse and Smart Community Hubs 

This concept transforms traditional gas stations into smart community centers, evolving these spaces into multi-functional hubs that cater to both electric vehicles and future transportation needs. By combining innovative car care solutions with forward-thinking infrastructure, these hubs become destinations for convenience, community interaction, and cutting-edge functionality.

Key Features of the Concept:

Robust EV Charging Infrastructure: Incorporation of state-of-the-art robotic arms to automate the vehicle charging & leaning process, maximizing convenience for users.

Drone-Friendly Roof Structure: Elevated platforms with geometric forms provide an aesthetic yet functional integration of solar panels and drone pads, blending seamlessly with the hub’s futuristic design language.

Multi-Functional Spaces: Ground Level: Charging stations and an automotive service area for EV parts and minor repairs. Upper Levels: Spaces for dining (cafés, restaurants), relaxation (lounges, reading areas), co-working, and even community services like barber shops or printing facilities.

Community-Centered Design: These hubs are designed to serve not only EV owners but also the broader community, offering gathering spaces, retail outlets, and essential services that enhance the neighborhood.

Architectural Flexibility: The architectural form can adapt to its context, as shown in this example, or take on modular designs with distinctive volumes, deployable like building blocks in various locations.

Redefining the Future of Gas Stations: This vision redefines the traditional gas station by replacing oil companies with progressive EV manufacturers like Tesla and fostering a sustainable, inclusive, and engaging experience for the modern era. By introducing robotic car washing and drone charging, this concept reinforces the vision of transforming outdated gas stations into futuristic hubs that meet evolving technological, environmental, and community needs.

A Destination for the Future: The integration of ground-based (EVs) and aerial-based (drones) charging infrastructure positions the hub as a forward-thinking, all-encompassing destination for transportation (autonomous cars) and logistics.