Each room is designed as a micro-world for focus and rest:
Workstation: Generous desk space for books, laptops, or sketches, equipped with lighting.
Idea Wall: A dedicated wall space for your mind maps, calendars, and inspirations.
Smart Storage: Optimized wardrobe and under-bed storage system to keep your space clean and minimalist.
Privacy: Individualized door locks and blackout curtains for absolute rest.
The Study Zone: A large, isolated, and quiet area equipped with spacious work desks, accessible power outlets, and constant high-speed Wi-Fi.
The Cinema & Connection Lounge: A decompression space with comfortable sofas, a shared library, and a video projector—perfect for watching documentaries or rehearsing your academic presentations.
Highly Organized Kitchen: A large-scale kitchen where you have your own private cabinet and a designated shelf in the cold storage units. Includes high-efficiency appliances (microwave, coffee makers, and an integrated laundry station).
The Balcony: An open-air extension of the kitchen, ideal for meals or for getting hands-on with practical and manual projects.
Hassle-Free Logistics: Bi-weekly cleaning of all common areas included.
To ensure a balanced, focused, and secure environment for everyone, the residency operates through a selection process based on affinity:
Eligibility: Open to artists, researchers, actively enrolled students, and professionals who share The Cod Market mindset—individuals dedicated to collaboration, growth, and creative purpose.
Contract Duration: Available for standard 10-month academic contracts (September to June) or quarterly terms (adjusted for curricular internships or exchange programs).
Want to join the CM 2026 / 2027 community? Discover more, review our house rules, and book your online visit. Spaces are limited to a select group of residents.
Alcobaça, Portugal