Residential Conversion:
Pool Room & Gym

Transforming a bungalow into a modern pool room and gymnasium. Briar Close

Project Overview

We provided the structural design for the conversion of a bungalow into a pool room and gymnasium. The pool room and gymnasium were then connected to the main dwelling with a glazed link.

We provided the design for a local steel frame to satisfy lateral stability requirements for the glazed link. It was imperative for us to work closely with the Architect and glazing manufacturer on this project, to ensure the detailing was accurate and the desired aesthetics were achieved.

We also co-ordinated our structural designs with the swimming pool designer to achieve a fully coherent design.

Project Type: Collaborative Team: Services Provided:

Residential Conversion.

Architect, Glazing Manufacturer, Swimming Pool Designer, The Home Engineers.

Project Challenges

The challenge lay in converting an existing bungalow into a pool room and gym while linking the new structure back to the original dwelling.

The addition of the glazed link introduced specific structural demands, particularly around stability and connection detailing, while the pool installation required specialist coordination.

The project required us to provide stability for the glazed link, to ensure the architectural detailing met the client’s vision, and to align our work with the pool designer’s requirements for a safe and functional design.

The Solution

To address these challenges, we developed a local steel frame that provided the necessary lateral stability for the glazed link without compromising the desired transparency and lightness.

Close collaboration with the Architect and glazing manufacturer allowed us to refine the detailing so that the structure enhanced rather than distracted from the overall aesthetic.

At the same time, we coordinated our design work with the swimming pool designer to ensure that every element from the structure to the pool installation  was fully integrated into a coherent package.

The Outcome

The result is a successful transformation of a traditional bungalow into a contemporary leisure space that incorporates a pool room, gymnasium, and glazed link connection to the main dwelling.

Our structural solutions provided stability and buildability while respecting the architectural intent, delivering a coherent design that meets both functional and aesthetic goals.

Why Clients Choose The Home Engineers

We have used the Home engineers several times and always recommend them. A very professional service at a reasonable price. Daniel was very responsive and responded within a day and was able to book us in within a reasonable timeframe.

Susan Pybus

I required a structural engineer's advice on some renovation works at my house. As an architect I work with engineers all the time and Daniel was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, easy to deal with and quick. I definitely recommend them for any type of engineering work. Looking forward to more collaboration in the future.

Katia Hinic

We were recommended Home Engineers by friends and they have been fantastic. Dan took the lead on helping us understand what was needed to make our vision a reality. We are now in full flow and excited for the renovations to get going. Thanks Dan

Nick Dell'anno

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