https://github.com/hamzacrichlow/atelierarchive
A tvOS app that showcases portfolios in a digital gallery immersive experience.
https://github.com/hamzacrichlow/atelierarchive
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A tvOS app that showcases portfolios in a digital gallery immersive experience.
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/hamzacrichlow/atelierarchive
- Owner: hamzacrichlow
- Created: 2025-03-27T14:16:41.000Z (12 months ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-03-27T14:54:23.000Z (12 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-03-27T15:34:46.695Z (12 months ago)
- Topics: metal, swiftui, tvos, tvos-app, xcode
- Language: Swift
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- Size: 35.2 KB
- Stars: 0
- Watchers: 1
- Forks: 1
- Open Issues: 0
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- Readme: README.md
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README
# Atelier Archive
#### (Apple TV Application)
A curated digital gallery experience designed to showcase creative portfolios on tvOS. Atelier Archive transforms personal artistic collections into immersive exhibitions through thoughtful design and seamless transitions.
## About AtelierArchive
AtelierArchive is a specialized portfolio display platform designed for designers, artists, and creators of all sorts to showcase their work on the big screen. Developed by a team of four developers new to tvOS development, this application equips artists like our user, Justyn, with an elegant digital gallery space to exhibit artwork, apparel designs, and other creative projects. Users can browse through collections displayed in customizable gallery views while ambient music enhances the viewing experience. With a focus on visual presentation and intuitive navigation, Atelier Archive transforms any Apple TV into a personal exhibition space that elevates creative work.
### Key Features
- Artwork Gallery: Displays digital art in elegant gold frames in a gallery-style layout
- Apparel Showcase: Presents clothing designs in a Tumblr-inspired grid view
- Mood Customization: Changes gallery background between black/grey, white, and beige themes
- Ambient Music: Incorporates the artist's own music for a complete sensory experience
- Intuitive Navigation: Optimized for tvOS remote control with smooth transitions between sections
## Development Journey
This repository documents our three-week process of building AtelierArchive. As a team of five developers with iOS development experience but new to tvOS, we faced the unique challenge of adapting our skills to a different platform. The project began with in-depth user interviews with Justyn, a multidisciplinary artist whose needs shaped our development priorities. Through collaborative problem-solving and rapid learning, we created an application that addresses the specific needs of creative professionals looking to showcase their portfolios in living room environments. This project represents our commitment to user-centered design and our ability to quickly adapt to new development environments.
### Frameworks
- Swift
- SwiftUI for tvOS
- Metal
#### Development Takeaways
- Adapted SwiftUI knowledge to accommodate the unique navigation requirements of tvOS
- Implemented custom focus engine controls to ensure intuitive remote navigation
- Discovered efficient methods for displaying high-resolution artwork with optimal performance
- Developed a dynamic theming system that preserves visual quality across different background modes
- Established collaborative workflows that maximized productivity within our three-week timeframe
## Design Philosophy
Our approach prioritizes artistic presentation through visual design and intuitive interaction. Every element serves to highlight the creator's work, using thoughtful framing and spacing to create a gallery-like experience. By designing specifically for the living room viewing context, Atelier Archive transforms the television into a canvas for creative expression, making personal art collections accessible through familiar navigation patterns while eliminating distractions.
#### Design Takeaways
- Sketch, Adobe Photshop, Adobe Illustrator, Canva
- Implemented custom frame designs that complement diverse artistic styles
- Designed navigation patterns that feel natural with the Apple TV remote
- Created a visual hierarchy that showcases artwork while maintaining a cohesive gallery experience
## Future Roadmap
- [ ] Multiple artist profiles and galleries
- [ ] Customizable frame styles and gallery layouts
- [ ] Interactive artwork details with artist commentary
- [ ] Integration with additional media types (video, 3D models)
- [ ] Online synchronization for remote portfolio updates
- [ ] Release on Apple TV App Store
# Team Members
- Victoria
- Anastasia
- Joseph
- Hamza
- Justyn (User/Client)
Detroit, MI