Our Malvern pool house nominated for the arch daily building of the year awards 2026! Structurally it is deceptively simple; the complex technical elements are well hidden. What isn’t visible in Malvern Pool House are any of the services, so often the downside of the swimming pool. Instead, these have been cleverly cast into accessible (and maintainable) voids under the water, while an ingenious ventilation system is incorporated into the steel ring beam supporting the roof. Its energy efficiency is also striking: an indoor pool is energy greedy and humid in its very nature. Architect’s solution is a super-insulated airtight structure (350mm of insulation to the roof, 300mm of insulation to the walls, and 200mm to the ground) dramatically reducing heat loss and energy demand. The combination of masonry and timber – coated to provide further resistance – is robust and will withstand the humidity for decades to come. you can vote for us by clicking link