Fantasy Ballpark Drawings

[Elvis]

Just more drawings here.

This first series I did about 10-12 years ago...

[Elvis]

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[Elvis]

This one is one of my favorites. I don't know why I never finished it. Inspired of course by the Polo Grounds.

[Elvis]

This is another one of my favorites. I actually made a scale model of this design, although the model had a curved grandstand behind home plate, instead of this design's angular grandstand.

Maybe I'll post a photo or two of the model later...

[Jake83]

I like the 3rd one with no bleachers behind the right field wall somewhat how Fenway park use to be with the Green Monster

[Elvis]

This is the model I did based on the design above, again, with the rounded grandstand. I built my models using "real" construction technology. Not rocket sceince, just cardboard cantilever sections to support the decks. As you can see, the entire upper deck and press level are supended over the lower bowl using cantilevers.

[Elvis]

Here's another model stadium - this one a triple-deck design, again, using cantilever construction.

[Elvis]

Another shot of the tri-deck design.

[steveox]

Elvis im not joking.If you can build memorial Stadium out of Wood like this 1 foot by 1 foot Ill Pay you $25 plus shipping.Again im not joking its an oppitunity to make what you earned.
http://mall.ballparks.com/images/memorial.jpg

[Elvis]

Elvis im not joking.If you can build memorial Stadium out of Wood like this 1 foot by 1 foot Ill Pay you $25 plus shipping.Again im not joking its an oppitunity to make what you earned.
http://mall.ballparks.com/images/memorial.jpg

Hmmm...30-40 hours of painstaking, detailed labor...$25...

That works out to... 68 cents an hour...how could I refuse.:noidea

$25 wouldn't even pay for half of the materials needed, never mind a weeks labor.

[Jake83]

Hmmm...30-40 hours of painstaking, detailed labor...$25...

That works out to... 68 cents an hour...how could I refuse.:noidea

$25 wouldn't even pay for half of the materials needed, never mind a weeks labor.


Cut him a break, He is a little slow

[steveox]

Slow? Hes not slow.The models i have saw are great work.But hes not a pro yet i bet someday he could really become an architect.

[wilkerson_rulz-06]

Elvis my man you are one hell of an architecht! Hope you design a MLB park one day!:clapping

[Knick9]

Nice designs, Elvis! You have great ideas, and I should say that I'd pick you over HOK to build a baseball stadium, because HOK has a huge grudge against double decked stadiums like Tiger Stadium, and HOK makes ballparks look too bland, stale, and too similar to other ballparks made by them. Your ideas are more refreshing. :clapping :gt (Go Elvis!)

I seem to like the six-corner ballpark and the Polo Grounds inspiration ballpark, they look nice. Again, way more original than what HOK would think up of.

[runningshoes]

I like the first one.

Lots of foul territory.

[eddiejc1]

I'm sorry, but I can't resist!

Elvis has left the building he designed! :laugh

Eddie Cunningham

P.S. Seriously, keep up the good work! I wonder
if there is a way to design a modern ballpark with
the uneven grandstand of old Griffith Stadium? :confused:

[steveox]

Elvis can you design a Small minor league stadium? A minor league stadium holds 15,000? With a overhang roof protecting rain from fans without poles that obstruct a fans view? And its got to have foul territory like in oakland.

[Elvis]

Elvis can you design a Small minor league stadium? A minor league stadium holds 15,000? With a overhang roof protecting rain from fans without poles that obstruct a fans view? And its got to have foul territory like in oakland.

No problem. but Oakland's Coliseum's design is awfull really. I understand liking parks with lots of foul ground to help the pitcher, but the seats, especially in Oakland, are waaaaaaaaay too far away from the diamond. It's just a poor design for baseball... unless you actuallyenjoy being very far away from the game.

Thanks everyone for the nice comments by the way!:waving

More models and drawings to come later

[steveox]

Minor League teams make a lot of mistakes and errors.Even good minor league teams play poor fielding errors.Thats why you need lots of foul territory cause they have to learn to earn the outs Batters hit balls in the stands to escape the strikeouts but if you hit a pop up and he catches it it helps out the fielding and pitching.Theres no excuse why you cant catch a pop up.No excuse for it at all.:mad:

[Where is Chone Figgins]

A decent minor league park to design is the Epicenter where the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes play

[sschirmer]

Slow? Hes not slow.The models i have saw are great work.But hes not a pro yet i bet someday he could really become an architect.

Dude, he was calling YOU slow. From this response, I fear he is right.
Anyway, that is awesome stuff Elvis. You truly have a talent.

[bluejaysfan]

I like the tri-deck design. It creates an extremely cosy atmosphere at the game. What would you estimate the capacity to be for such a stadium.

[Brad Chadford]

Well these are the coolest things I've ever seen! Got any more scans of models that you built? The second one is interesting. And the 3rd one is my fav...

Are you working on anything new?

[Cubsfan97]

Hey, Just out of curiosity how much would you charge for a small model of Wrigley? i probably won't be able to afford it (downside of being 15) but who knows maybe something would happen. I'd reckon a few hundred.

[Elvis]

I like the tri-deck design. It creates an extremely cosy atmosphere at the game. What would you estimate the capacity to be for such a stadium.
I'd estimate that one around 55,000 to 60,000.

[Elvis]

Well these are the coolest things I've ever seen! Got any more scans of models that you built? The second one is interesting. And the 3rd one is my fav...

Are you working on anything new?
Thanks! I've got a few more scans I could post including a model of my interpretation of Ebbets Field.

No, I'm not working on anything. I did these six models around 1995 and haven't done one since. Someday I'd like to make a few more - maybe a larger scale or out of different materials. The scale used in the 5 baseball stadiums I did were 1" = 50', or exactly double what I did all my drawings on paper.

[Elvis]

Hey, Just out of curiosity how much would you charge for a small model of Wrigley? i probably won't be able to afford it (downside of being 15) but who knows maybe something would happen. I'd reckon a few hundred.
I honestly don't know how much. I've never sold one to anyone. The materials don't cost that much. Believe it or not, all my models were 95% made out of corregated cardboard, with flat cardboard for parts like railing, facades, outfield walls and seating sections. I used a hot-glue gun to put all the pieces together. The thing I'm most proud of is the stregnth of the models. You can pick them up by the roof, by the seating decks, however, and they don't mind a bit - they're tough! They did get the light towers knocked off over the years, and the upper deck railings need to be reglued in a couple of spots, but they've survived some pretty rough handling through the years in great shape, although they really need to be cleaned and/or repainted some.

The big chore in these models was just the time involved in making them, and quite honestly, I just don't have the spare time to do it anymore, although I'd love to. Someday, but not right now.

[Cubsfan97]

Okie dokie. thanks for responding

[Phillie_Fan]

That is very cool Elvis. It's something I've wanted to do but never got around to it. I also considered creating "ballpark game rooms"(replicas of their home stadium) in private homes for professional athletes and sell them for $50,000 plus. That idea was about ten years ago. I'm sure somebody is doing it by now. You could probably get $500,000 for the right overpaid athlete(s) nowadays.

[Brad Chadford]

Thanks! I've got a few more scans I could post including a model of my interpretation of Ebbets Field.

Right on! Post them if you find the time cause I (and I'm sure others) would love to see them.

[sschirmer]

I honestly don't know how much. I've never sold one to anyone. The materials don't cost that much. Believe it or not, all my models were 95% made out of corregated cardboard, with flat cardboard for parts like railing, facades, outfield walls and seating sections. I used a hot-glue gun to put all the pieces together. The thing I'm most proud of is the stregnth of the models. You can pick them up by the roof, by the seating decks, however, and they don't mind a bit - they're tough! They did get the light towers knocked off over the years, and the upper deck railings need to be reglued in a couple of spots, but they've survived some pretty rough handling through the years in great shape, although they really need to be cleaned and/or repainted some.

The big chore in these models was just the time involved in making them, and quite honestly, I just don't have the spare time to do it anymore, although I'd love to. Someday, but not right now.

Dude, you are absolutely, without question, my new hero here. Keep posting your models and drawings, they are too cool.

[Yankeebiscuitfan]

Thanks! I've got a few more scans I could post including a model of my interpretation of Ebbets Field.



I can't wait to see it.

You're gifted man.

[Elvis]

Thanks for the kind words, guys. :) :) :)

Here's some more photos

[Elvis]

This is the "Ebbets Field" ballpark I built. It's not meant to be a replica - just what I would build. It's pretty similar though. I'll try and take a close-up photo of the main gate/exterior. It's pretty detailed.

[Elvis]

A shot from centerfield. I designed a tri-level press box/suite level behind home plate at the top of the upper deck, ala PNC and Wrigley.

[Elvis]

Oops, this is the CF shot...

[Elvis]

Back to a few of the other stadiums. This is a good shot of the way the entire upper deck and press level are suspended on cantilevers.

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[steveox]

Elvis,,I challenge you to Build Memorial Stadium. :D :clapping

[sickle]

Dude, I love your designs, Elvis. I am new to posting, but you really know your stuff! I am seriously interested in building my own mini-field for Wiffle Ball. I may be looking for someone to make a model for me so that I can approach some friends about building it (friends in the field, of course). How much would you charge for such a model, like the ones you have pictures of? Email me at kevin@bwbl.net or visit our site. I'd like to get some preliminary discussion going about this.

Sickle

[Brad Chadford]

Please tell me that you have those models on display somewhere in your house!?!?!?!

Just thinking about what it takes to build those is impressive. The amount of time you must of put into that is incredible. Now that's dedication.

Seeing those scans makes me happy. I hope that one day you can find the time to make some new models - or even drawings...

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[sickle]

I was just messing around, comparing some drawings that I have already done and adding some new features. I came up with a field that has elements of Yankee Stadium, Fenway Park, Seal Stadium, Oriole Park, The Polo Grounds, and my own aspects. The field design would be like the old-style parks (exception being Oriole Park, but it's old-school looking), and the quirks in atmosphere would model those of the new-age parks.

Left Field Line: 74.25' (exactly 1/4 scale of Fenway)
Left Field Alley: 96'
Left Center: max out at 99'
Center: 116'
Right Center: 93'
Right Field Alley: 99'
Right Field Line: 78'

Left Center gets quirky with Seal Stadium aspects. Center has a Polo Grounds feel, but with my own design. The Right Field foul area is similar to Oriole Park. The backstop and foul ground are reminiscent of Yankee Stadium.

Of all of my designs, this definitely is the most "quirky", which may turn some of you purists off, but it fits my personality to a T, as well as blends many different old-school parks with my own philosophy.

This is named Design #8.



Sickle

[tyberesk]

What kind of computer programs do architects and designers use to create 3 dimensional objects and virtual models of things.

[west coast orange and black]

STRATA 3D CX is very user-friendly.
it is the only one that i have used, though.

[Elvis]

What kind of computer programs do architects and designers use to create 3 dimensional objects and virtual models of things.

I believe the most used program is called CAD. My friend tried to show me how to use it a few years ago, but it was way over my head.

[Sean O]

I use a program called Vectorworks, since that's primarily what theatre designers use for their designs. It's a nice combination of a program like AutoCAD because you have the geometrical elements, but also the vector-based shapes that make 3d work pretty simple.

I've been meaning to really pour myself into AutoCAD, but it's hard to stay motivated when everything is so much easier in a program you're already familiar with.

[JPL BMX]

How Much Do These Programs Cost And Where Can I Buy One?

[Sean O]

1). a lot, and 2). do a search for vectorworks. the company is called nemetschek, at nemetschek.com.

All the info should be there. It doesn't come cheap, and it's really hard to learn how to use the programs to begin with. But, you've gotta start somewhere. Just be certain you're going to spend the time on it before investing the cash.

[sickle]

Left Field Line: 74.25' (exactly 1/4 scale of Fenway)
Left Field Alley: 96'
Left Center: max out at 99'
Center: 116'
Right Center: 93'
Right Field Alley: 99'
Right Field Line: 78'




My mistake; I've changed the left field line to 77.5', TRUE 1/4 scale.

[redbuck]

If you're interested in stadium models, I've done some.

Visit

http://rogerfweber1.tripod.com/id3.html
http://rogerfweber1.tripod.com/id4.html

[Twisted Wicker]

I've made some using CAD, but they're like Andrew Clem's, so they're not really actual architectural style, just the outline of the stadium and color coded.

I could maybe post them up here, if anyone is interested.

[Elvis]

If you're interested in stadium models, I've done some.

Visit

http://rogerfweber1.tripod.com/id3.html
http://rogerfweber1.tripod.com/id4.html

Great job! :clapping

[Elvis]

I've made some using CAD, but they're like Andrew Clem's, so they're not really actual architectural style, just the outline of the stadium and color coded.

I could maybe post them up here, if anyone is interested.

I am! Post them babies!

[Twisted Wicker]

http://img486.imageshack.us/img486/5370/boa6ra.jpg

It didn't turn out exactly the way I planned it, because the black lines didn't show up as a border between all the colors, but you still get the general idea.

Light Orange = Lower Deck
Dark Orange = Mezzanine Seating
Pink = Upper Deck
Dark Gray = Roof
Light Gray = Walkways / Concourse
Dark Green = Shrubs / Grass Slopes

Anybody who's seen Clem's drawing will recongize this style immediately.

[RottenGazebo]

Hey Elvis, do you think you could draw pictures of a cross between Comerica Park and Tiger Stadium?

[Clash City Rocker]

I use a program called Vectorworks, since that's primarily what theatre designers use for their designs. It's a nice combination of a program like AutoCAD because you have the geometrical elements, but also the vector-based shapes that make 3d work pretty simple.

I've been meaning to really pour myself into AutoCAD, but it's hard to stay motivated when everything is so much easier in a program you're already familiar with.
I use 3d studio max, but it's mostly just reckoning the measurements by putting a proportional texture drawing schematic on a plane object (800x800pix bmp translates to an 800x800 unit texture) and building it out over it.

This one is a what-if renovated LA wrigley field WIP:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v205/bigklu/Art/lawrigley.gif

At best around 33,000 max capacity....at least theres lux boxes! :laugh

[Imapotato]

Love them but no club would like them since you could actually look inside from CF on some of them...and owners HATE having people see a game for free

Gotta love greed

[jrh31584]

Here is one I did a while back. I took the general layout of Forbes Field and gave it about the same profile as PNC Park.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v607/jrh31584/forbes.jpg

[Elvis]

Hey Elvis, do you think you could draw pictures of a cross between Comerica Park and Tiger Stadium?

Like what features from which one? I need details.

[Guerrero Mad Man 2715]

These are great designs but too vintage for my taste.

I like the Petcos and New Oakland Collesium, Busch II and Citizens Bank.

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

I thought I would revive this thread, because it was linked to by another and i thought that this thread deserves even more recognition. And i would also like to know if you would consider building a replica for people to buy (aka me).

[Elvis]

And i would also like to know if you would consider building a replica for people to buy (aka me).

Hi RHP. If that was intended to me I'm afraid I can't. I've got dozens of original ideas that I intend to do - enough to keep me busy for the next decade or so. :crazy The creative process is what inspires me to do this work. Building someone elses ballpark holds no interest to me as of now. Besides, there already are several companies and individuals out there building replica ballpark models that you can buy for a lot cheaper than what I'm going to be asking for mine. ;)

[Richmond Hill Phoenix]

I like that. Keep doing what you're doing (as long as you keep posting it here :laugh). I love your work.

[Elvis]

Thank you. And yes i intend to keep posting my work here at BBF.

[tomblueberry1]

hey elvis, im 15 but i do the same type stuff u do, i hope to be a stadium achitect when i grow up , right now i only build detailed minor league stadiums but i hope to move up to the major league stadiums soon , were do u get ur supplies from? , i use foam board for the stadium and scale turf for the field but i always have trouble makeing the curves of the stadium stands with foam board, how do u do it? what supplies do u use?

[placount]

I'd really like some input on this. I've made about six parks now and this is the one I like the most. Its a triple deck grandstand with a row of press and luxury suites. There is no outfield seating, instead there is a large standing room only patio type thing on both sides. theres an ability to get even closer to the field in the outfield with standing room only field level areas on the sides of either bullpen. the dimensions are 420 to straight center, 300 to each corner (though it juts out real fast,) and about 375 to the power alleys. I tried to make a fairly neutral parks as far as hitters/pitchers park. Just let me know what you guys think. I'll post more when its finished.

[Sean O]

Do you have a cross sectional view of the 3 decks? I have a tough time with the triple-deck parks because I hate making the third deck either too steep or too far back from the field.

Like the design though. Think it would work well in a place like the Staten Island Yanks' park, with a great view over the water.

[placount]

Do you have a cross sectional view of the 3 decks? I have a tough time with the triple-deck parks because I hate making the third deck either too steep or too far back from the field.

Like the design though. Think it would work well in a place like the Staten Island Yanks' park, with a great view over the water.

I can try and get one, this google sketchit is still new to me though. I know i kept the angle at about 28for the third deck, which is high, but from what ive heard 30 is about the max to do before vertigo. ill admit that the sightlines in the corners from the upper decks are not the greatest, it cuts off a small portion of the corner.

[JordanDL3891]

Do you have a cross sectional view of the 3 decks? I have a tough time with the triple-deck parks because I hate making the third deck either too steep or too far back from the field.

Like the design though. Think it would work well in a place like the Staten Island Yanks' park, with a great view over the water.

SI doesn't need all those seats.

I remember elvis saying he used Gator foam or somthing

[placount]

SI doesn't need all those seats.

I remember elvis saying he used Gator foam or somthing

im not trying to make one for SI just makin one for fun to see how it turns out

[placount]

i had to move the third deck back to change sightlines, theres still a problem withh seeing the extreme corners, but it appears as if youre missing more than you really are because of the field layout. If anyones really interested i can send you the sketchit file and you can take a look. heres a cross section, though at somewhat of an angle.

[Sean O]

I mentioned Staten Island because of its location, and how the open outfield could benefit a tremendous view. Obviously a single A team doesn't need 45,000 seats.

28º isn't bad at all, since Yankee Stadium seems at least 30, perhaps as much as 33.

When I draft out parks, I usually start with 2 seperate elements: the plan (top-down view) of the field and dimensions, and the section (sliced side) view to check the sightlines. When determining upper deck locations, I take the highest point of the lower deck on the section view, draw a vertical line 10-12', make a horizontal line out to the edge of the field, then duplicate the horizontal another 10' upon that. So, 10-12' over the last seat of the lower deck for clearance for the concourse, then another 10' for luxury boxes behind the plate, then I draw a 20º, 25º, and 30º line from the edge of the field upwards. Then, I see what fits best.

If any of this makes sense. Good job.

[Tacosaregood/metsguy234]

SI doesn't need all those seats.

I remember elvis saying he used Gator foam or somthing

Why do SI and Brooklyn have single-A teams. We both are pretty big boroughs. Even SI has more people than Cincinatti.

[BronxMetFan]

Just more drawings here.

This first series I did about 10-12 years ago...

im curious as to how this came about for you? does ideas just pop up in your head, did you go to school for stuff like that? or was this something that was past on toyou skill wise? you inspire me and have peaked my interest thanks elvis.. i like cool shite like this...