Eddie Alexander Meeks can design and build your next dream automobile by hand.

The creator of one of the most beautiful motorcycles ever designed says it will never be ridden. “It’s a showpiece, a rolling piece of art,” says designer, builder, architect and artist Eddie Alexander Meeks, whose creativity only begins in the garage.

The Quantum Leap, which Meeks describes as something out of the movie, “Tron,” was a labor of love, taking more than four years to complete. Meeks custom designed everything on the bike except for the engine and transmission. However, as with most concept cars and motorcycles, it is one-of-a-kind and not for sale. His partner, Simon Solomon, at Solomon and Meeks, LLC, is the proud owner of what Meeks calls “the crowning piece” of his portfolio.

Meeks skills are obvious; his design for the Quantum Leap went against the norm for most production bikes by flipping the ends around, making it a front-wheel drive with rear steering. He also handcrafted most of the bike, including the steel bodywork, the copper, bright and black nickel plating and even the headlight. Meeks is multitalented. Not only is he a designer, inventor and metal crafter, but also an architect, artist (he hammers out copper by hand to create his sculptures) and a luthier (he makes acoustic guitars and cases). All this is done at his workshop, EAM Studios, in Greensboro, N.C.

He began designing and building motorcycles in 1994, and by his count has created approximately 35 bikes. Meeks also says Solomon and Meeks, LLC has won many awards and accolades for the motorcycles at national shows from Florida to New York to Nevada. “We always build radical, innovative bikes and always wow the crowds when we unveil them,” says Meeks. He has also started drafting a design of a limited edition production motorcycle “with an unusual power plant for the modern day.”

What’s next for Meeks? What about building a custom car? “I’ve thought about it, but haven’t done it,” he says. “Someone would have to have deep pockets and patience. It’s not like you can go and buy this car like you would a Ferrari.” He could not predict the endeavor’s time frame, but says the price tag to custom build an automobile is probably in the seven-digits range (The Quantum Leap cost about $250,000 to build).

Some of his other inventions range from bathroom fixtures, remote-control spy planes to better beer containers. He also creates furniture in his woodworking studio. All of his creations are individually numbered with tiny plaques—be it one of his sculptures (Sculpture 004) or the Quantum Leap (FWD 001). Looking ahead Meeks would like to be a consultant for companies seeking help with design. “Sometimes having someone from the outside like me come in and take a look at a project can save hours and money for a company,” he says. But he will continue to build and invent. “My talents for creating anything are just about unlimited.”

Solomon and Meeks LLC., 336.545.1004, www.eddiemeeks.net