TONY ATKINS PORTFOLIO
A Brief Introduction My entire life has lead me to this point. I have grown up with a pencil in my hand and developed an interest in several art forms at an early age. As I matured and began to explore the world, I grew a profound appreciation for the beauty of natural and built environments. Through my education, I have learned the importance of proper integration of buildings in nature, and nature in buildings. I believe all buildings can improve the environment and enhance the experience of life. My goal is to leave behind buildings that work in harmony with nature and will last to benefit users and communities for generations to come. I am passionate about bringing positive energy, focus and coordination to a team atmosphere.
p4 Design for a two family residence located in Howe Sound, BC, Canada
p5 Design for a mixed use building located in Vancouver, BC, Canada
p6 Design for a mIxed use building located in Tsawwassen, BC, Canada
TONY ATKINS PORTFOLIO p7
Sketches done in lead pencil, ink and pencil crayon.
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p1 3D MAX Reproduction of Rem Koolhaas’ Maison Bordeaux in Bordeaux, France.
p2 3D MAX Reproduction of Norman Foster’s Commerzbank in Frankfurt, Germany.
p3 3D MAX Production of a design for a renovation in Merida, Ucutan.
Oil and Water Colour Paintings done between 2009-2011
Bordeaux, France Designed by Rem Koolhaas Use: Residential This is Maison A Bordeaux, one of my favourite residential buildings. The unique structure creates the appearance that the top floor is floating and simultaneaously gives the main floor an amazing 360 degree view. The one of a kind structure (Fig 1.4.) that supports the top floor of concrete is made of 3 components: an off center cylinder (also a spiral staircase), one beam below the concrete and a second beam on top of the concrete with a cable attached to a large counterweight below the surface of the yard (Fig 1.5.). Another interesting feature is the elevator lift (Fig 1.6.) which served as an office, a light shaft and vertical transportation for the disabled owner.
Fig 1.4. Structural system by www.wirednewyork.com/remkoolhaas
Fig 1.1. 3D MAX Southwest Day time Perspective
MAISON A BORDEAUX BORDEAUX, FRANCE
Fig 1.2. 3D MAX Southeast Sunset Perspective
Fig 1.3. 3D MAX Northeast Night time Perspective
Fig 1.5. Courtyard photo by
www.slthimse.wordpress.ncsu.edu/ 2012/11/15/villa-bordeaux/
Fig 1.6. Elevator lift and office by
http://axsoris.com/maison-a-bordeaux.html
FRANKFURT, GERMANY Designed by Norman Foster Use: Commercial This is the Commerzbank, it is one of my favourite towers because of the creative use of the atrium and sky gardens in the triangular shape. The building features three-story sky gardens that rotate around the central atrium and create a garden view for each and every office in the building (Fig 2.7.). Every aspect of the building impresses all the way down to the panoramic washroom view (Fig 2.3.).
Fig 2.1. Typical Floor plan reproduced in AutoCAD.
Fig 2.2. Section.
COMMERZ BANK FRANKFURT, GERMANY
Fig 2.3. Commerzbank urinal stalls by www.urinal.net/commerzbank/
www.construction-
Fig 2.4. Photo by y-reformas.vilssa.com
Fig 2.5. 3D MAX Reproduction.
Fig 2.6. 3D MAX Reproduction of Commerzbank.
Fig 2.7. Skygarden photo by
Movable Partitions
Merida, Ucatan. Designed by Tony Atkins Use: Residential
Fig 3.1. 3D MAX Rendering of Indoor/Outdoor Dining Area.
MI CASA MERIDA, UCUTAN Fig 3.2. 3D MAX Rendering of Kitchen
The site currently holds two individual residences which will be combined into one. It was important to have movable partitions in order for the property to serve multiple functions and to have the ability to transform for a variety of occupants, activities and even time of day. The idea behind my design was to have an open concept throughout the house with as much light and air as possible, using wood to close the window or fold up and act as a shade (Fig 3.4., Fig 3.5.). Folding glass in the dining areas allows indoor spaces to transform into open air outdoor spaces. This flexible design allows each half to be private and functional. However, when hosting guests, the partitions transform all the outdoor spaces into common spaces, easy for everybody to enjoy.
Fig 3.3. 3D MAX Rendering of Poolside Dining Area
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HOWE SOUND, BC, CANADA Designed By Tony Atkins Use: Residential
Fig 4.1 . SouthEast Perspective by Hand.
This house was designed to accomodate two families living as one. The main advantage is this home features two master bedrooms and extra spacious common areas to accomodate large numbers. The main inspiration for my design was Frank Lloyd Wright ‘s opening corner window (Fig 4.2. & Fig 4.3.). Excluding the recreation room on the bottom floor, every south facing room features a corner window that allows each space to open up to the beautiful view of the Howe Sound coastline.
MARINE PROJECT HOWE SOUND COAST
Fig 4.2. Corner Window by http://www.flickr.com/photos/imagineeringmyway/5962981122/
Fig 4.3. Corner Window by
http://news.cnet.com/2300-11386_3-10004481-16.html
Fig 4.4. Site Plan.
Fig 4.5. 1:100 Scale Model, Southeast view.
Fig 4.6. 1:100 Scale Model, Northeast view.
Fig 4.7. 1:100 Scale Model, Arial view.
Fig 4.8. North “Street” Elevation.
Vancouver, BC, Canada Designed by Tony Atkins & Laura Mowbray Use: Mixed: Residential, Commercial, Retail The design was a result of a restricting FSR and a much larger allowable building space. To take advantage of this, the building was designed to have as much usable outdoor area as possible. The penthouse suites feature both front and back private outdoor spaces and an open air walkway that invokes the feeling of a private townhouse condominium. Finally, the top floor features a common garden with a stone waterfall and mulitple seating options.
Fig 5.1. Southeast Hand Perspective.
MAPLE VIEWS KITSILANO
Fig 5.2. Watercolour of Japanese Red Maple.
Fig 5.3. 1:200 Scale model, Northeast view
Fig 5.5. North/.South Section
Fig 5.6. Penthouse Waterfall Hand Perspective, and model
Fig 5.4. 1:200 Scale model, Southeast view
Fig 5.7. 1:200 Scale model, North view
Tsawwassen, BC, Canada Designed by Tony Atkins, Alex Burzinsky & Laura Mowbray Use: Retail, Residential
Fig 6.1. Coffee Shop Perspective.
At the center of our design is the Grand Atrium Lobby. Directly across from the entrance of the Atrium is a green wall with a waterfall that draws you into the vast three story atrium space. The Atrium is made up of tall windows, clerestories and a skylight. The design of this building was influenced by the traditional Japanese Tori Gate which symbolizes a transition into a sacred area. We chose to use an abstract of a Tori Gate to give significance to the entrance into different spaces. We used a large dramatic gate over the main entrance into the Atrium/Lobby. We also used it on the roof to create more private, peaceful areas.
TSAWWASSEN TERRACES 12th & 54A
Fig 6.5. East Elevation, Model scale: 1:200.
Fig 6.6. West Elevation, Model scale: 1:200.
Fig 6.7. Rooftop Community Kitchen, Hand Perspective.
Fig 6.2. West Elevation, Conceptual Sketch.
Fig 6.3. West Elevation, Hand Rendered. Fig 6.4. Grand Atrium Lobby Perspective.
Fig 6.8. Entrance, Hand Perspective.
I have grown up using a pencil to reproduce images that inspire me; now I use hand sketches to organize and create the images, plans, elevations and details that help develop new ideas and concepts when designing buildings.
JOKER - Lead, Ink & Pencil Crayon
CALIFORNIA HOME - Lead
Company Logo
Bachelor Party T-Shirt Design
1965 BUICK - Lead
LEAD & INK PENCIL & PEN
T-shirt Design for The Boom Booms
NIGHTCLUB GATHERING - Lead ( SCALE 1:100) T-Shirt Designs
ARBUTUS TREE - Lead
FAMILY GATHERING - Lead ( SCALE 1:20)
In 2009, I picked up the paint brush for the first time with intent to create something beautiful. I began to develop my own techniques and style for watercolour and oil painting.
Jericho Beach - Oil (48” x 24”)
Today, painting is an important part of my life. I spend much of my free time painting oil colours at my home easel. When on the road, I never leave without bringing my watercolour paints to capture the beauty of nature as I see it.
OIL & WATERCOLOUR PAINT
Forest Island - Watercolour (24” x 18”)
Harrison Lake - Oil (24” x 12”)
Glacial River - Oil (10” x 8”)
Whitecliff Park - Watercolour (24” x 18”)
Tropical Falls - Oil (10” x 8”)
Japanese Red Maple - Watercolour (18” x 18”)