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sokkies7

Hey there, I need help building a swimming pool over a garage.

sokkies7
10 years ago
It obviously needs to be structually sound. It will be in the roof of the garage and extend over the driveway if possible. Any ideas?

Thanks in advance :-}
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  • tsudhonimh
    10 years ago
    You need a structural engineer to draw the plans and present the plan to the permit department.

    and you need to win the lottery to pay for it.

    Comments (7)

    • Denita
      10 years ago
      last modified: 10 years ago
      I never thought about a rooftop pool except in a commercial application. However, it appears that they do exist! Here are a few inspiration photos that you can click though to the product info that might help you (at least a starting point for research)
      https://www.houzz.com/photos/402-redbud-contemporary-pool-austin-phvw-vp~26601

      Berkshire Pool House · More Info

      Additions & Renovation - South Beach, FL · More Info
      sokkies7 thanked Denita
    • Denita
      10 years ago
      To get it to extend, you might have to do something like this one
      Sydney Waterfront · More Info
      sokkies7 thanked Denita
    • sokkies7
      Original Author
      10 years ago
      Thank you very much. I was thinking along the lines of this photo.....
    • Denita
      10 years ago
      last modified: 10 years ago
      Beautiful! You definitely need an architect/engineer. I can't imagine how heavy that load is with the water. It certainly is an outstanding look.
      sokkies7 thanked Denita
    • sokkies7
      Original Author
      10 years ago
      Thank you for your input. Agree on the weight; knew it would to be a lot of tonnage with the water etc. Ideas were wanted to give to the architect so they could see what was in mind. Not looking to have the glass in it but the idea of building it out is key. Thanks again.
    • PRO
      Contemporary Pools & Spas LLC
      10 years ago
      If the pool is going on top of a structure or elevated, my suggestion would be to look in to stainless steel pool shell with a supporting system of steel girders. This a common building practice in large cities such as New York. It works well and allows for movement without cracking the shell.
      sokkies7 thanked Contemporary Pools & Spas LLC
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