Accommodation
Cove Park has two distinct types of accommodation: Pods and Cubes.
Chosen for the quality and innovation of their design, they provide imaginative,
comfortable and flexible accommodation for the artists on residency and for other
visitors to Cove Park.
Pods
In 2001 Cove Park purchased two of the original four Pods commissioned by the BBC
for its Castaway 2000 programme. Designed by Andy McAvoy, the Pods were made from green
oak and employed traditional methods of construction. Transported from Taransay in the
Hebrides to Cove Park, the Pods were then upgraded by the architect to incorporate both
living and work spaces.These turfed roof buildings blend in perfectly with the surrounding landscape.
Both are furnished by Habitat and feature fitted kitchens, luxurious bathrooms and
under floor heating. Both Oak and Taransay Pods have balconies that face towards
Loch Long. Oak has two double bedrooms (both en-suite) with a large open-plan sitting
and kitchen area. Taransay has two bedrooms with single bunk beds (both bedrooms are
en-suite and have their own adjacent kitchen areas) and a large communal sitting room.
Cubes
In 2002 Cove Park acquired three Cubes: converted freight containers joined
together to produce individual units of accommodation. These units were designed
and produced by Urban Space Management, London, in collaboration with Cove Park.
In 2006 six new Cubes were installed, three of which serve as accommodation and three
as studio/workspaces.
The accommodation Cubes all have a kitchen/sitting area and shower room.
Balconies over ponds run along the front façades, providing excellent views over to
Loch Long. Five of the six Cubes have double beds; one Cube has a single bed and is
fully equipped for the disabled. The 2006 Cubes were furnished by BoConcept.