Contemporary pool house: an air of modernity in your garden
Looking for a shady, functional and attractive pool house to enjoy summer days outside? Attached to the house, installed at the bottom of the garden or on the edge of your terrace, the aluminium pool house will meet your functional needs (equipment storage, tidying up) as well as your comfort requirements. This garden shed is like no other, and its elegance is enhanced by its aluminium structure. A durable, modern and comfortable pool house... you've certainly found the extra living space you've been looking for!
What activities can be carried out in a pool house?
The pool house has many uses for anyone who wants to get the most out of their outdoors. Gone are the days of the garden shed, with its unfailing durability but dated look! The contemporary version of the pool house can include an integrated summer kitchen, a spa, sanitary facilities, an artist's studio, a billiard table or all the technical elements of the pool (pump, filter, etc.).
Here are some of the key applications of the modern pool house:
The summer kitchen. Barbecues, pizza ovens, sinks or even outdoor bars - who doesn't dream of being able to take advantage of them in fine weather to welcome their family and friends? The summer kitchen is one of the key applications of the modern pool house. It makes perfect sense! It means you're no longer dependent on coming and going in the house, and you can enjoy unrivalled comfort, with a direct view of the surrounding panorama. So you can relax!
The outdoor lounge. Relaxing after a dip in the pool, sheltered from the direct rays of the sun while enjoying your garden: that's the promise of a pool house with outdoor seating. The big difference with traditional garden furniture? Choose your furniture with greater freedom! Your deckchairs and tables are protected from the elements. You're free to opt for more cosy pieces, like cotton benches or hanging armchairs, for example.
The spa. Outdoor spas are one of the hottest trends in France at the moment. But installing a jacuzzi in your garden requires maintenance! What's more, this highly enjoyable piece of equipment simply can't be used once it starts raining, or in winter. Why not extend the use of your spa? In the heart of a pool house, your jacuzzi, sauna or even hammam can be tucked away under a fixed or openwork roof. Enclosed or not by a glass partition or a decorative screen, your spa area becomes a warm place where you can relax.
Worth noting : The major advantage of the contemporary pool house is that its owners can modulate its different uses. For example, you can combine a kitchen area with a garden shed or a spa: that's what sets this addition apart from traditional pool enclosures!
Do you have a question about the uses of a pool house? Our landscaping experts will be happy to answer them and send you a free estimate on request! Don't delay in imagining the space of your dreams...
Our Pool house and Garden Room ranges
Colour & style
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Customisation :
The wooden wall partition is completely customisable. You can choose between different colours, materials, shapes...
Roof performance
- Self-supporting White/White sandwich panel, 63 mm thick,
- Panel assembly with joint keys,
- Panel centre distance 1200 mm,
- Roof pitch in the direction of the smallest dimension, with a slope of 2 to 5% depending on depth.
Equipments
Side guards, privacy screens, blinds, sliding glass, lighting... our design office has studied a number of options to add style and comfort to your pool house.
How does Akena support you and assess your budget?
The cost of your project depends on a number of parameters: materials, equipment, accessories and your comfort requirements.
Decoration: leave nothing to chance for your pool house
By now you've got the hang of it: the pool house is a living space in its own right. So it's vital to decorate it to suit your contemporary tastes. LED lighting, modern furniture and even luxury fittings... this is where your identity should shine through! Here are a few rules to bear in mind when it comes to :
- Lighting. Whether it includes sanitary facilities, a spa or simply a relaxation room, the pool house is generally a wet room. Keep this in mind when selecting your lighting! For a contemporary and practical touch, opt for waterproof wall lights or integrated LEDs. You can also opt for warm, luminous garlands.
- Colours. Which are the most modern? If current trends are anything to go by, go for light, bright shades above all: they enlarge the space and reflect natural light. Shades of blue (pastel) and white can evoke the spirit of summer and recall the ocean. Touches of colour can be used in accessories or textiles to create interesting visual axes.
- Furniture. There's no doubt about it: to create a contemporary environment, opt for furniture with a refined design and straight lines. Metal and raw concrete will contrast with warmer materials such as synthetic rattan or tech. You should also consider the functional aspect of your furniture. Comfortable sun loungers, modular armchairs or footstools can provide an ideal space for relaxing around the pool.
How do you choose the right exterior design for your pool house?
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Designing your pool house according to its use
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Its various uses make the pool house a genuine annex to the main house. In fact, it's a good idea to define the activities you want to enjoy in the pool house beforehand, so you can decide how it should be structured!
- A contemporary pool house without annexes is an extension of your outdoor space, particularly your swimming pool. It is customary to install a terrace, summer kitchen or sheltered bar for relaxing in summer.
- A pool house with an enclosed annex (with a fixed or sliding opening) is ideal for mixed use. Your pool house can then house an enclosed storage area, sanitary facilities or cloakroom, while the open space will allow you to dine or lounge in your spa under the stars.
Don't forget: the surface area and materials of your new pool house can also depend on its use, which is why it's important to define your specifications in advance, with the help of an Akena advisor.
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Design a modern, contemporary pool house: any style is possible!
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A pool house can be like a property extension. It can take any form you like! Whether it's an extension to the main house or an architecturally distinctive structure, the choice is yours.
One of the most modern pool house designs is the contemporary flat roof pool house. This frame blends in perfectly with the surrounding environment and is more original than the gable roof. Cubic architecture is more popular than ever!
You can also opt for an asymmetrical framework, made up of partitions of different materials (glazing with or without blinds, aluminium, wooden slats, etc.).
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What materials are best suited to modern pool houses?
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The contemporary look of a pool house depends largely on its structure and materials. At the very least, it's the main element in the image perceived by your guests when they enter your garden, well ahead of the furniture or interior design. So what aesthetic choices should you make to ensure that your structure is as modern and contemporary as possible? Here's some advice.
- Aluminium for a designer frame. No other material offers such a contemporary look! Unlike masonry pool houses or wooden structures, aluminium is light and easy to handle, allowing for more architectural imagination. Good practice? Combine it with wood composite or glass for a two-material pool house that's right up with the times.
- Glass partitions for space and modernity. Bringing natural light into a pool house is essential. Why not opt for large glazed partitions to integrate your structure naturally into its surroundings? Like verandas, glazed pool houses are undoubtedly the most popular choice for those who love design and modernity. Sliding glass doors combine modernity and practicality. One last detail? Glazing has the advantage of providing protection against harmful UV rays, unlike decorative screens or partitions with openwork slats.
As well as the framework, the flooring also plays a part in the contemporary atmosphere of your pool house. Composite wood planks are relatively modern. The same goes for untreated concrete, which is not only contemporary, but also particularly designer.
One thing's for sure: architectural choices generally add the most cachet to modern extensions: dare to break away from the norm!
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Contemporary style: don't forget your pool!
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The contemporary pool house has an unmistakably modern look that enhances your outdoor spaces. But for the sake of uniformity and consistency, don't forget to take care of your pool surround and landscaping too!
The overall harmony of your garden depends on a multitude of details, from the covering of your pool deck to the roofing material of your pool house and the style of the sofa.
What is the average budget for building a pool house?
Perhaps you now have an irrepressible urge to build your own pool house. We know what you mean! But to take the plunge, the question of budget remains central. How much should you spend on this state-of-the-art living space? Only a detailed estimate can give you an idea. This will clearly show the estimated price of your outdoor structure and the impact of your aesthetic choices on the price: model of pool house (with or without annex), materials, surface area, etc.
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