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Defined by its statement-making cubic form, the Cove home studio is a minimalist’s dream: clean and simple, with a scalable front porch for a fluid transition from inside to outside. Create a space for productivity, creativity, learning, relaxation, movement—or all of the above!
With its open, airy interior and integrated porch, the Cove cleverly marries inside and outside. Escape to your own private indoor space for some much-needed peace and quiet, then pop outside to your personal patio for a breath of fresh air. Or, leave the door open and enjoy both at once!
As functional as it is stunning, the Cove has limitless potential: use it for anything from a home office to a home gym, an art studio to a yoga studio, a classroom to a guest room. Learn more about the Cove in these style tabs.
Scalable front porch
Contemporary flat roof (0.5/12 pitch)
Modern, minimalist design
Enhanced siding package
Premium STK Western Red Cedar siding + stainless steel fasteners
Full 2-year warranty on materials and craftsmanship
Clear cedar siding (thin, modern nickel gap or v-joint profiles)
Standing seam steel siding
Pine T&G or cedar channel interior cladding
Modern sliding doors and windows
Maintenance-free Canexel siding in a variety of colours
Maintenance-free Maibec wood siding in 4 natural tones
The Cove is offered in sizes starting at 80 ft². If you don’t see the size you’re looking for in the price list, please contact us.
Below are some Cove interiors to help you envision your layout. Click to learn more about the buildings featured. For more ideas and photos, visit our Interiors page.
Feeling inspired? Get creative with this fun, simple layout tool for planning your interior. Or, download graph paper and plan your space the old fashioned way.
The Cove is shown here as an office, gym, art studio, and yoga studio. This 14’ x 12’ model features upgrades such as clear cedar siding, trim, and post wrap with ultra-modern sliding doors and vinyl windows.
Visit our 3D Tours page to see all the Summerwood Styles.
The Cove includes easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams that will walk you through every step of the building process. Our online and telephone assembly support are always within reach.
If you think you may want assistance with assembling your Cove, check out our Hiring a Contractor page.
* photos and renderings illustrate a combination of standard features and construction/material upgrades; see style tabs for detailed product specifications
Still have questions about the size of your Cove? Don’t hesitate to ask — we’re here to help!
For true exterior dimensions, add the siding, sheathing (if applicable), and corner trim pieces. The Canexel siding is 3/8" thick, the cedar siding is 3/4" thick and the log siding is 1 1/2" thick. The wall sheathing varies from 7/16” to 3/4”. The corner trim is 3/4".
If you have any other questions pertaining to the size of your Cove backyard studio building, please do not hesitate to ask us, we're here to help.
In strong competition with hip roofing and gable roofing, are flat roofs. These roofs are common in Cove studio styles, being one of the easiest roofs to install and frame when compared to other roof styles.
The Cove Studio roof is designed to have a standard 12” overhang around the perimeter. The roof consists of ½” plywood roof boards and spruce rafters allowing you to lay the EPDM rubberized membrane on top.
Due to its geometry and low pitch, flat roofs do not always require vents. If vents are desired, they can be installed on the tallest wall or sidewalls of the building. Consult with your contractor or roofing company, for the most effective ventilation system for your roof.
It is important to house your Cove home studio on a solid concrete foundation. A raised concrete foundation is recommended for uneven surfaces. Visit our Foundations page for more details.
Visit our Foundations page for more details or contact one of our design specialist for assistance.
Like all Summerwood designs, the Cove garden studio is a fantastic display of premium grade materials coming together for any of your outdoor needs. Our materials are chosen for their aesthetic appeal, durability, and environmental friendliness. Construction is engineered for garages and cabins but ideally suited for storage sheds and pool cabanas as well.
item | material | dimension | notes |
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runners | pressure treated | 2x6 | underside of floor framing |
joists | pressure treated | 2x4 - 2x8 | 16" on center |
sheathing | spruce | 48" x 96" x 5/8" | tongue & groove |
material upgrades | |||
floor insulation | expanded polystyrene | 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" | within floor cavities |
pine flooring | white pine | 1x6 | tongue & groove |
item | material | dimension | notes |
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wall plates | spruce | 2x4 - 2x6 | bottom, top, double top |
wall studs | spruce | 2x4 - 2x6 | 16" on center |
siding | cedar channel | 1x8 | standard horizontal siding |
material upgrades | |||
canexel siding | canexel | 1x8 | studs & plates |
cedar wall framing | cedar | 2x8 - 2x6 | studs & plates |
esu1a | osb + typar | n/a | wall sheathing & building wrap |
wall insulation | expanded polystyrene | 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" | within wall cavities |
item | material | dimension | notes |
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ceiling joists | spruce | 2x4 - 2x10 | ceiling framing |
rafters | spruce | 2x4 - 2x10 | 24" on center maximum |
hub | spruce | 6x6 | octangonal center member |
sheathing | osb | 48" x 96" x 7/16" | n/a |
material upgrades | |||
cedar roof boards | cedar | 1x6 - 1x8 | n/a |
cedar rafters | cedar | 2x6 - 2x12 | n/a |
roof insulation | expanded polystyrene | 3 1/2" & 5 1/2" | on roof surface |
item | material | dimension | notes |
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cedar trim | cedar | 1x6 - 1x8 | corners, soffit, fascia |
material upgrades | |||
maintenance free trim | versatex | 1x4 - 1x8 | corners, soffit, fascia |
Your Annex includes our enhanced siding package: a layer of sheathing (OSB or plywood) and building wrap (a breathable, water-resistant air barrier) between the siding and the wall framing that give the structure shear strength and act as an additional plane of protection against moisture.
The Cove studio style allows for a wide array of interior finishes. Our cedar siding or framing interior upgrade can be incorporated on the walls and/or ceiling, providing a warm rustic feel.
Once your backyard Cove backyard studio is complete, there are a few things you can do on the inside to add to the comfort and enjoyment of your new Summerwood Cove design.
Please see Interior Finishing under Advice for more information.
If you plan to heat your Cove studio, insulation may be added either at purchase or after-the-fact if you decide to do it later. The walls and roof are constructed in such a way that adding insulation either as an option or on your own is quite simple to do. If you’re thinking of using your Cove all year round, then insulating it is the way to go.
The inside of our Cove backyard studio is deliberately left exposed to accommodate wiring for lighting, outlets, heating equipment, whatever you have in mind. Once the installation is complete and before finishing your interior, simply have an electrician come and do their thing.
Provided you have a water source nearby, your Cove studio pipes can be run for sinks and taps. If you have something a little more elaborate in mind like a shower or toilet, best to make sure it is coordinated with the concrete pad and installation of the shed.
Visit "options and accessories" for detail and pricing of our accessories.
Find below pricing for all of the Cove sizes that we have built so far. Don't see your size? Ask us and we will provide you with a quote.
Note that pricing below is for the base kit only. Doors, windows, and other options are à la cart so that you can customize to your hearts content.
Summerwood will take your custom design and make it your own. If you have something different in mind, talk to one of our designers about bringing it to life.
Our seasoned designers would love to help you find your ideal design.
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