Revitalising a Live Melbourne Dealership with High-Performance Low-E Glazing

Bay City Motors in Frankston, VIC, has undergone a comprehensive redevelopment to modernise its showroom, service workshop, and automated car wash—while remaining fully operational throughout construction. Designed by Ardent Architects and delivered by Tycorp, the project balances functional requirements with a bold, contemporary façade that elevates the dealership’s street presence.

Located at 140 Dandenong Road West, the site required a design strategy that would maintain day-to-day operations without compromising customer access. The project involved replacing and reconfiguring glazing across the dealership’s showroom, service workshop, and customer zones, all while the site remained fully operational.

Low-E Glass & Glazing Details

Glazing was installed by NewGen Glass & Aluminium using the Capral 150 Series Flushline system, supported by custom-engineered brackets. This well regarded and widely used system delivers structural integrity and refined sightlines in keeping with the architectural intent.

800 square metres of Ultra Pro Low-E glass maximise high-performance thermal outcomes. Known for its excellent solar control, low external reflectivity, and superior clarity, Ultra Pro 61 Low-E glass helps maintain internal comfort while presenting a clean, transparent façade—ideal for high-visibility retail applications.

Glass was manufactured from Cooling Brothers Melbourne Facility, itemised, and delivered to site in line with stringent glazing timelines required to minimise disruption to existing dealership operations.

Project Snapshot

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140 Dandenong Road West, Frankston, VIC
ARCHITECT
Ardent Architects
FABRICATOR
NewGen Glass & Aluminium
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BUILDER
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VOLUME
800sqm
CONFIGURATION
24mm DGU Warm Edge Spacer
The level of coordination from Cooling Brothers on this project was outstanding - we were able to install the 800m2 in a total of 4 days. Every single panel was itemised making the installation process from stillage to glazing incredibly efficient. It’s rare to see this level of precision and organisation across such a complex facade package.
Joshua Bone, Director
NewGen Glass & Aluminium
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