Building pool and pool house rec room

6 years ago

We are about to tear out an old existing pool and replace with a new one. We also are drawing up plans for an enlarged laundry room, a hall way that leads to a multi purpose pool/rec room. We are hoping to do an indoor /outdoor bar, tv viewing area, pool table and small area for work out equipment. Do you have any do's and don'ts? Do you have any recommendations for must haves in a room and pool renovation like this?

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Designer Drains
6 years ago
Pacman arcade!
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Frontier Custom Builders
6 years ago
In our experience with pool houses, people tend to think of them as "seasonal", and thus design them as such. My recommendation is to consider making it a building that can function year around. This gives the option of potentially using the area for other functions in the future, such as office space, hobby room, yoga studio, bunk house, etc. Good luck on the project. Feel free to reach out if you have questions.
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lsballard
Original Author
6 years ago
Thank you. We will be adding a work out space and it will be another tv watching option for the family or kids. We live in Louisiana so hope to use it year round. Very excited but feeling pressure to do it right.
chiflipper
6 years ago
Non-slip flooring will be very important. Suggest you consult with companies that provide flooring options for commercial (Country Clubs / spas / health clubs) uses.
baybgrl41
2 years ago
Hi, I know this is old, but did you get this work done? I’m looking to do an “attached” pool/rec room as well. Would love ideas!

Building pool and pool house rec room

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