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The space defined between the two volumes (32m2) is
the relaxation area, which binds the spaces together.
Below the ancillary volume and the relaxation area is a
basement plant room and the overflow tank, as well as a
wine cellar (68m2). Through the glazed link, back in the
main house, an old snooker room has been re-purposed
into a new games room and gym (58m2).
comes to life in person - it’s about all the senses, acoustics,
temperature, tactility, and the smell of water on brick
which gives off this very pleasant mineral, almost
monastic scent. The air handling unit is the beating heart
of this, ensuring a constant temperature at about 29
degrees and humidity at about 55%. We love the interplay
with the natural surroundings, and joy of being part of the
landscape. And its backstroke only here as you stargaze
into the cosmos for a spot of night swimming”.
Deceptive simplicity, technical ingenuity
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.
Award-winning architect Klas Hyllén is known for
creating beautiful architecture that combines exquisite
details with sustainable ingenuity, to create the perfect
spaces for his clients.
About Klas Hyllén Architecture: Klas Hyllén creates
refined contemporary architecture with exquisite detailing. His award-winning practice explores the relationship
between context, materials, place, and the environment.
Often projects are set within challenging contexts,
whether an existing townscape, or natural landscape.
Environmental sustainability runs throughout all work,
whether new-build, heritage, or retrofit. Klas Hyllén’s values and approach drive positive collaborations, together
with his clients, that make beautiful, enduring buildings.
www.klashyllen.com
Its energy efficiency is also striking: an indoor pool is
energy greedy and humid in its very nature. Klas Hyllén’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.
Klas Hyllén says: “The space is a sensory experience. We
think it is visually stunning, but the experience really
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