Cnoc Buí community arts centre for visual and performance art in Union Hall, West Cork
Cnoc Buí
Development
Cnoc Bui occupies a one-acre coastal location on the outskirts of the thriving village of Union Hall in West Cork. The site on Glandore Harbour is idyllic and enjoys a south-facing aspect. The property consists of an old farmhouse (constructed in 1880) which runs to 2,500 sq.ft., six derelict pre-famine stone outbuildings, a large area for on-site parking and three distinct garden areas.
Plans for development
A detailed master plan for the physical facilities at Cnoc Buí. This takes a phased approach to the development of the site and includes the following elements:
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Completion of the refurbishment of the first floor of the farmhouse building to create additional exhibition, administrative, social and storage space.
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Realignment of the stairway between the ground and first floors of the farmhouse building so that access, safety, and fire regulations are addressed.
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The installation of an external fire escape from the first-floor spaces of the farmhouse building.
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The installation of a lift between the ground and first floor of the farmhouse building.
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Replacement of the existing entrance porch to the farmhouse building with a larger and more inviting entryway.
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Realignment of the existing ground floor toilet block and storage area of the farmhouse building to allow direct access to the central courtyard.
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Re-roofing and refurbishment of ‘Cró na gCearc’ to provide self-contained accommodation for an artist-in-residence.
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Re-roofing and refurbishment of the remaining five outbuildings to provide additional event, exhibition, office, studio, meeting, and storage space.
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Installation of a new accessible toilet block.
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Moving and remodelling the existing metal shed to adjoin ‘Cró na gCearc’ and serve as an artist’s studio.
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Creation of a central canopied courtyard to provide a central focal point for the entire Cnoc Buí facility.
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Remodelling the existing garden spaces so that they can showcase outdoor sculpture.
Significant capital works is critically dependent on resources from public grant-funding bodies and from philanthropic sources.
