The pool house, once a humble and utilitarian place to change into a swimsuit, shower, and stow seasonal gear, has been reborn as the shining star of the home’s outdoor entertainment space. Sometimes ...

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Kaitlin and Josh Chmil, a couple who renovated an indoor pool in their Crossville, Tennessee, home. The story includes comments made by Kaitlin ...