In Latin a cella natatorium describes a swimming pool housed in its own structure. This New England natatorium does house a swimming pool; yet, it expands upon the definition to include luxury amenities such as a six-person hot tub, a curving water slide, an "endless pool" swimming machine and a catering kitchen. The main swimming hall is defined by curved, wood beams, on top of which rests a light-filled clerestory. The sun streams into the swimming hall during the morning hours and at night, the illuminated waterfalls create a festive atmosphere. The orangerie links the main house to the natatorium by a series of french doors, which open on to a grassy courtyard used as outdoor gathering space during the summer months. The swimming hall walls are finished with hand-applied, authentic Italian marble stucco which adds to the character of the natatorium experience. The mechanical room below the pool deck contains the required pumps, pipes, boilers and dehumidification equipment necessary to maintain this tropical environment in the New England climate.
Designed with Vanecko Ltd. | Images by Renee Cameron Photography