The Modern Tudor: Pool House Edition
Complementing the sophistication of The Modern Tudor rambler home, this pool house represents the pinnacle of indoor-outdoor luxury living. While the main residence showcases a modern twist on timeless country style, the pool house takes those same design principles and elevates them into a Tulum luxury resort-inspired retreat that seamlessly blends relaxation with entertainment.
Using the same refined color palette, millwork specifications, and modern sensibilities as the main home, this space creates a cohesive aesthetic that feels both connected and distinctly purposeful.
The Main Cabana Room: Where Functionality Meets Serenity
The heart of the pool house is anchored by a stunning main sitting room that radiates calm sophistication. Here, the design embraces natural textures and organic materials that echo the outdoor surroundings while maintaining the refined elegance expected from a Modern Tudor aesthetic.
The focal point of this space is the custom plastered fireplace, which provides both visual warmth and architectural interest. Flanking the fireplace are two arched white oak-paneled doors surrounded by plastered stone - a nod to traditional design executed with clean, modern lines. These architectural elements create symmetry while adding depth and character to the vaulted space.
Above, an Arteriors Ashburn Pendant in natural fibers makes a bold statement, its organic texture providing a beautiful contrast to the room's clean lines and smooth surfaces. This striking fixture draws the eye upward, emphasizing the room's impressive ceiling height while introducing an element of tropical sophistication that perfectly suits the pool house setting.
The furniture selection reinforces the relaxed yet refined atmosphere. Plush seating with distinctive ribbed outdoor-rated, performance upholstery creates inviting conversation areas, while maintaining the textural interest that defines the space. A palette of creamy whites, taupe, and natural wood tones paired with the 15ft. accordion-fold door ensures the room feels airy and
warm, with connections to both the screened patio, pool area and the lush outdoor views beyond.
To the right of the fireplace is a built-in plain sawn white oak cabinet featuring a pull-down murphy bed with storage for guests, making this pool house even more functional.
Cabana Kitchen & Bar: Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Entertaining
The cabana kitchen represents thoughtful design at its finest, equipped with a fully functional cooking space that doesn't compromise on luxury. Sub-Zero refrigerator and double freezer units are concealed behind custom white oak panels, maintaining the space's clean aesthetic while providing ample storage for entertaining.
The stunning Taj Mahal quartzite countertops add understated elegance with their soft gray veining and luminous surface, creating a sophisticated workspace that's as beautiful as it is functional. A Brizo faucet in Luxe Steel adds a modern metallic accent that catches the light without overwhelming the neutral palette.
What truly sets this space apart is the innovative cabana bar - a pass-through window that opens directly to the pool and patio area, transforming the kitchen into an outdoor bar for poolside service. The exterior bar features a durable outdoor-rated Raven satin-finished granite countertop. This seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces epitomizes modern luxury living, making entertaining effortless and creating a true resort-style experience.
Golf Simulator & Theater: Entertainment Refined
The golf simulator and theater room offer a sophisticated escape for recreation and relaxation. Roman clay wallcovering creates a soft, textured backdrop that adds depth and visual interest to darken the space, while maintaining the sophisticated, serene atmosphere.
The snack bar in this area features Raven satin-finished granite countertops, the stone’s rich, dark surface provides a striking contrast to the lighter tones throughout the rest of the pool house. This intentional design choice grounds the space while maintaining the overall cohesive aesthetic.
Thoughtful Details Throughout
Every space in the pool house benefits from carefully considered details that reflect our commitment to design excellence:
Lighting Design: Strategic lighting creates ambiance throughout. In the bathroom, AERIN's sculpted sconces provide sophisticated illumination, while eight Bocci 21.1 Series pendants in add contemporary elegance to the kitchen.
Color & Finish Palette: Sherwin Williams' Aesthetic White serves as the primary wall color, creating a crisp, fresh backdrop that allows architectural details and natural textures to take center stage. This clean canvas ensures the space always feels bright and welcoming, even in the private office and bathroom areas where Taj Mahal quartzite continues the material story.
Architectural Finishes: The fireplace and custom white oak cabinetry throughout demonstrate the level of craftsmanship that defines this project. These elements aren't just beautiful - they're built to withstand the unique demands of a pool house environment while maintaining their refined appearance.
Completing the Experience
The screened patio extends the usable living space. This transitional area creates yet another entertaining zone, perfect for al fresco dining or simply relaxing with views of the surrounding landscape.
Curated Furniture: Where Form Meets Function
One of the most rewarding aspects of this project was curating a furniture collection that perfectly complements the pool house's coastal-modern aesthetic. Our team carefully selected each piece to balance durability with design sophistication - essential for a space that bridges indoor comfort with outdoor living. The palette remains consisten throughout: warm whites, taupe tones, and natural textures that echo the serene sophistication of the main residence while embracing the relaxed spirit of luxury resort-inspired living.
From the vintage white wicker Tucson Dining Chairs with their fluid, seventies-inspired curves to the striking Log White Coffee Table, cast from a real log, every selection tells a story of organic elegance meeting modern luxury. White-finished concrete pieces throughout - from the dining table to etched end tables - ground the space with natural texture, while the rope-based outdoor daybed in Faye Sand creates an inviting retreat for relaxation. The result is a cohesive environment where each piece not only withstands the demands of a pool house but enhances the overall design narrative, creating a space that feels both intentional and effortlessly inviting.
A Cohesive Vision Realized
What makes this pool house truly exceptional is how it honors the design language of the main Modern Tudor rambler while embracing its unique purpose and inspiration. The same commitment to quality materials, sophisticated color palettes, and clean modern lines carries through, but with a heightened emphasis on indoor-outdoor flow and resort-style amenities.
From the moment you step inside, whether you're preparing meals in the cabana kitchen, unwinding in front of the fireplace, or enjoying a round of golf in the simulator, every detail has been considered. This isn't just a pool house - it's a complete lifestyle experience that extends the comfort and elegance of the main home into an entertainment-focused retreat.
The Modern Tudor Pool House stands as a testament to how thoughtful design can transform functional spaces into something truly extraordinary, creating an environment where every gathering becomes a special occasion and everyday moments feel like a vacation.
– The Carbon 6 Team
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