UCI Beall Applied Innovation’s largest event space, The Beach @ the Cove, dazzles and delivers.
UCI Beall Applied Innovation’s new home in UCI Research Park builds upon the success of the previous location and offers new and updated spaces for entrepreneurs, campus innovators and the Orange County ecosystem.
One such space within Applied Innovation’s new location is the Beach @ the Cove, a purpose-built event setting that can accommodate over 300 guests, with design elements reminiscent of Southern California’s sandy shores.
Cove visitors would be forgiven if they did not notice the Beach from the lobby, as the glass wall separating the two spaces features a smart film that allows the glass to instantly transition from transparent to opaque at the flip of a switch. This simple upgrade provides event attendees with the option of increased privacy or a more open atmosphere.
Upon entering the Beach, attention is immediately drawn to the massive, 132-foot-long Hiperwall screen, which can play any content desired in any configuration. From live television and social media feeds to presentations and video conferencing, the 180-degree viewing experience of seamless display technology elevates events for attendees and event hosts alike.
What’s more, the room’s front podiums, center dais and configurable seating makes the space ideally suited for all manner of events, and features popular amenities like high-speed Wi-Fi, overhead speakers, spotlighting and live event streaming capabilities.
Special Events Manager at UCI Beall Applied Innovation Michelle Hong understands the importance of utilizing a space’s full suite of features and views the Beach as a cohesive union of form and function.
“The Beach space is truly a unique experience for all our Cove guests. The space and the AV become part of the event itself versus it serving as just a room where the event takes place,” said Hong. “We are excited to host a variety of events this year, welcoming people in and out of UCI to experience and learn what the Cove has to offer.”
From speaker panels to networking mixers, the Cove hosts a variety of events aimed at building ties between investors, entrepreneurs, innovators, industry members and others excited about this rapidly growing innovation district.
Visit the Cove by attending an upcoming event. For inquiries and questions, please contact Cove Events at coveevents@uci.edu.
Photos: Amy Vong