Inside Out Cabana
A densely wooded property surrounds this East Hampton modern pool cabana, providing the family and their guests with ample space to relax and entertain in the outdoors. The minimal structure was designed for a quick tilt-up construction and houses a bathroom, storage, outdoor bar and seating areas.
SOLID TO VOID
As the eye flows from the street to the woodlands, the
poolhouse responds in kind by gradually shifting from solid to void. – The solid core and retaining wall serve
as a visual privacy barrier from the nearby driveway and encloses a bath, changing room, and laundry. The
covered area provides shade from the hot summer sun with seating beside a large outdoor bar. Lastly, a modern
trellis hangs over an additional lounging area and fire pit all overlooking the lush greenery at the rear of
the property.
PRIVACY
The allowable footprint for an accessory structure in this area
of the Hamptons is minimal. The design maximizes functionality by splitting apart the private and
public spaces. Only the private areas become enclosed while the remainder of the structure simply provides
cover for outdoor areas. The solid massing of the private space then creates a wall of privacy for the outdoor
shower and entertainment areas.
PANELISED CONSTRUCTION
The structure was designed to be constructed utilizing factory-produced
panels which were delivered and installed on site. This building method significantly reduces construction
times on-site and minimizes material waste.
Along the edge of the property, the outdoor seating area is wrapped with a custom board-formed concrete wall. The inherent imperfections of the material treatment feels organic and blends well with the neighboring woodlands. This creates a private corridor that is perfect for an outdoor shower and entry to bath & changing rooms.
CONNECTION WITH RESIDENCE
The fire pit, lounging space, and outdoor bar
all look back at the home’s staggered levels of decks and lawns and a gunite heated pool and spa. This also
positions the pool house to become a primary focal point of the landscape from the home. A visual connection
between the two structures was important to create balance throughout the property.
RENDERING TO REALITY
As part of the Schematic Design process for all new projects, we provide our clients with
photorealistic renderings that help visualize the project. The slider above shows both the initial rendering
that we presented to the homeowners and the finished pool house roughly eight months later.
