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design process

According to the decision taken in the previous stage, and the presence of curved forms in the project (fabric structure), the architectural form of all parts of the project was designed based on curves and forms that are in complete harmony with structure of the roof .

Since the employer's budget was limited, the fabric structure of the pool, the simplest possible form, was chosen. Although this structure had a reasonable price, it created additatinal challenge for the architecture of this project: a column in the center of the project.

Since the removal of this column would multiply the price of the structure of this complex, therefore, the architectural design of this project was based on the column.

That column split the project into two halves. We arranged the spaces in such a way that the pool is placed in the upper half and the other spaces in the lower half: including places for non-water sports (stretching and yoga) , physiotherapy and massage, high-pressure shower and jacuzzi.

A place selling food and drinks (along with a bench for sitting) was placed next to these spaces ( pool )and in close connection with it. This decision was taken since it was not possible to place food and drink center in other places. because it would lead to loss of space for other uses.

Due to low budget, small area and no need for decorative elements, we designed each functional element in such a way that they themself form aesthetic aspects of the project

All elements are designed based on this vision. Elements such as the Food and beverage center, Benches, Chlorine foot bath, Showers, the wall separating the food area from the pool ntrance, installation space for air and light channels in the surrounding area of the project...

infinite reflection

Due to the small size and low height of the project and the impossibility of installing a window, plain walls were the only elements that could be seen in the interior. A wall around the pool that does not convey a good feeling, the feeling of a cramped and suffocating space. Especially for the users of this project, who were mostly elderly and sometimes sick, this feeling was not good at all.

To deal with this feeling (being in a closed and tight space), large mirrors were placed around the pool. Mirrors that face each other and reflect the infinity

In addition to the mirrors, to prevent the feeling of monotony, a big TV screen was placed in front of the pool to show users images of nature and plants.

Facilities

To accommodate women-only pool time slots, the mechanical room was strategically placed for independent access, avoiding male technicians' entry during restricted times.

The project's thin shell structure and significant thermal exchange required careful heating solutions. Underfloor heating was chosen for its compatibility with the constantly wet, clean floors, providing comfort for barefoot users and enhancing activities like yoga.

A combination of underfloor heating and ducted fan coils was used, with fan coil units integrated into a specially designed ceiling above the shower area.

For ventilation, foam architectural elements concealed air ducts around the pool perimeter, doubling as platforms for lighting and other fixtures while visually transitioning between ceilings and walls.