Case Study | Client: University of Georgia (Architect: Square Feet Studio)
RAMBLIN' RECK CLUB GARAGE
PROJECT OVERVIEW:
The Garage was envisioned as a space where innovation meets craftsmanship—a place for students to design, build, and experiment with automobiles in a modern, flexible environment. The architectural team at Square Feet Studio, led by John Benzik, sought a solution that could merge functionality with architectural expression.
THE CHALLENGE:
Designing a garage that would serve both as a hands-on workspace for automotive students and as a showcase environment presented a unique challenge. The team needed a turntable system that could adapt to a variety of uses—display, repair, collaboration, and education—while maintaining the building’s clean, gallery-like aesthetic.
SOLUTION:
Partnering with Carousel-USA, the team developed a custom problem-solution turntable that became the centerpiece of the garage. The system offered:
Precision engineering for safe, smooth operation in an educational environment.
Design flexibility, allowing cars to be rotated and positioned for viewing, instruction, or work.
Aesthetically integrated design, aligning seamlessly with the architect’s vision of a modern, museum-quality facility.
Carousel-USA’s engineering team collaborated closely with Square Feet Studio from early concept through installation, ensuring the mechanical system complemented both the visual design and the functional needs of the space.
RESULT:
The Carousel-USA system transformed how students and visitors experience the Rainbow & Rec Club Garage. It became both a functional centerpiece and a symbol of innovation, embodying the university’s commitment to learning through design and technology.
Architect John Benzik praised the collaboration, noting that “Carousel-USA’s attention to detail, technical expertise, and partnership significantly expanded the project’s possibilities.” The result is a space that feels as much like a museum of movement as it does a working garage—where form, function, and education coexist in motion.