As Built Interview with Anthony Vincent Pope

In this episode of As Built, Brian Jones interviews Anthony Pope, founder of Atelier 7, about his transition from traditional architecture to using shipping containers for innovative and cost-effective design solutions. Atelier 7 focuses on developing affordable housing and has collaborated with container companies to create modular buildings. They have also acquired a 95,000-square-foot warehouse in Georgia to further their mission of creating affordable housing through workforce training programs. Anthony shares the challenges faced with code regulations and his growth as an architect, with a more hands-on and humble approach.

‍Highlights

Inspiration for shipping container architecture
Initial success with shipping container park in Atlanta
Transition to modular building and warehouse development
Taking control of a 95,000-square-foot warehouse in Atlanta
Improving the modular building process
Importance of hands-on work in architecture
Successful community projects on previously unused land
Advocating for a container code in the state
Reflecting on career achievements in architecture

Episode Resources

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