13. Swim-Up Bar and Submerged Stool Oasis
Introduction
Bring the ultimate resort party experience home with a swim-up pool bar, featuring submerged in-pool concrete bar stools and a dry patio bar counter overhead.
What This Idea Means
This design prioritizes entertainment, hospitality, and luxury socializing. It bridges the boundary between the patio kitchen and the pool water.
How to Make It
- Bar Layout: Design a recessed swim-up counter alcove where the pool wall meets the outdoor kitchen patio.
- Submerged Stools: Pour custom concrete bar stools anchored securely into the pool floor at the exact ergonomic height beneath the water line.
- Countertop Continuation: Install a durable outdoor countertop (such as honed granite or concrete) that bridges the dry patio and the wet pool side.
- Under-Counter Amenities: Equip the dry side of the bar with a built-in refrigerator, ice maker, and cocktail sink.
Tips and Variations
- Tip: Position the swim-up bar facing away from prevailing winds and toward your home’s main entertainment patio.
- Variation: Install marine-grade waterproof bar stools upholstered in weather-resistant colored vinyl for comfortable padded seating.
Needs to Make That Thing
- Custom poured concrete in-pool bar stools
- Honed granite or concrete continuous bar countertop
- Outdoor under-counter refrigerator and ice maker
- Waterproof pool-rated anchoring hardware