How To Build A Pool House Shed?

11 September 2025

As great as owning a pool is, it also requires a lot of maintenance, which means you need space to store everything. This is where having a pool house shed comes in handy! Not only does building a pool house shed give you storage space for your pool equipment, but it can also double as an outdoor entertainment area. Sound good? Well, if you want to build a pool house, here's a guide to help you get started!

Step 1: Define your Pool House Shed goals

Before we get too carried away, think about what you want to use your pool house shed for. By clarifying its functions, you can design the pool house with these details in mind, making it more convenient and suitable for your lifestyle and needs. Here are some pool house ideas for you:

Popular Pool House Shed ideas:

• Changing room

• Towel and swimwear storage

• Outdoor shower

• Pool equipment storage

• Mini bar or drinks fridge

• Lounge area with seating

• Toilet and sink

• BBQ or kitchenette setup

• Storage for pool toys and floats

• Covered patio or shaded area

Step 2: Design your dream Pool House Shed layout

Once we know what you want to use your pool house shed for, we can start looking at some practical designs. We would need to look at how much available space there is, any council regulations that need to be followed, the size of the shed, and any other design specifications you want to add when setting its layout. Here are some things you should consider:

What to consider:

• Shed Size: Are you after a single bay, a double bay, or something even larger?

• Roof Style: Prefer a flat roof for a sleek look or a gabled roof for added height and a more traditional feel?

• Doors & Windows: How many roller doors, French doors, PA doors, and windows do you need—and where should they go?

• Comfort Features: Want ventilation, insulation, or even air conditioning to keep things comfortable all year round?

Try Our Shed Designer Tool

If you already have an idea, use our free shed designer app to design it so that you can visualise your pool house shed before it's built. Then, send it to us, and we can provide you with a quote on how much it will cost to build.

Step 3: Sort council approvals (or let us handle it)

Most shed builds, whether for storage or a pool house shed, require council approvals and building permits before the building can begin. You can get council approvals yourself, or we can do it for you. We've done council approvals countless times, so we know what's expected. We can get your council approvals done fast and without an issue.

Step 4: Get your site shed ready

The last step before construction can begin is preparing the site. A well-designed pool house needs to be built on a good foundation. This means the ground needs to be levelled, or the concrete slab needs to be laid. We can handle levelling the ground and laying the concrete slab for you.

Step 5: Choose to build your own Pool House Shed - or let us do it

You can tackle your pool house shed build yourself with one of our shed kits if you'd like, but even with our instructions, you still need the skills and know-how to erect the structure. Or, you can let us do the job, freeing you up to concentrate on the final finishes. Trust us, your shed will go up faster than you think.

Step 6: Fit your Pool House Shed out to suit your lifestyle & needs

Now we're getting to the exciting part of the build. By this point, the shed structure would be up, and it's time to start with the fit-outs of your pool house shed. Think about what fit-outs would be the most practical on the exterior of your shed. Do you need lights, plug-points, power, an outdoor shower, or even a small patio outside the pool house that can be used as an entertainment area? At this stage, you may also want to think about what colour you want the shed to be. Choose a colour that matches or complements your home from our range of COLORBOND® steel paints.

Step 7: Fit out the inside of your Pool House Shed

Next, we turn our focus to the interior of your pool house. Again, consider the colour and what fit-outs you would like inside the pool house. Think about lighting, power, ventilation, maybe add some large windows to let in natural light, or even a bathroom so you don't have to run into the house while you're wet after a swim.

We'll organise the relevant trades for the plumbing and electrical work, so you don't need to worry about that.

Pool House Shed Must-Haves

To kit your pool house shed out with the best, here are some must-haves that you should get:

• Towel racks or hooks

• Waterproof storage bins

• Bar fridge or esky space

• Shelving for pool gear

• Outdoor shower or foot rinse

• Slip-resistant flooring

• Power points and lighting

• Ventilation or exhaust fan

• Lockable doors or cabinets

• Seating or bench area

Step 8: Move in and make it yours

When we're done building your pool house, we'll hand over the keys, and you can start personalising the interior and making it suitable for your lifestyle. If there's anything else you need us to do, you need simply ask.

DIY Pool House Shed vs full-service build

You can build your pool house shed yourself if you have the skills and tools to get the job done. But remember that construction is only one part of the process. If you go the DIY route, you would need to sort out council approvals, do the site prep, lay your own concrete slab, erect the shed, and contact the relevant tradesmen to complete the fit-outs.

But, if you choose to go with our full-service build option, we'll handle everything from the quote to the finishing touches and everything in-between.

Start designing your Pool House Shed

Got a vision for your perfect pool house shed? Lock it in using our free shed designer app. Once you’ve mapped it out, send it to us and we’ll turn your design into a quote.

FAQs about building a Pool House Shed

How much does it cost to build a Pool House Shed in Australia?

Our pool house sheds are all custom-built, differing in size, style, and complexity. Because of this, their costs generally vary too. If you would like a quote for a pool house shed, design it using our free app and send it to us so we can write a quote for you.

Do I need council approval to build a Pool House Shed?

Yes, most sheds in Australia require council approval, regardless of whether they're used for storage or a pool house. You don't need to worry about this; we can handle getting council approvals for you.

Can I customise the design of my Pool House Shed?

Yes, our free shed design app allows you to customise the layout, size, roof pitch, and colour of your shed before it's built. We'll then use your design to draw up the blueprints and follow it from there.

Can you build the Pool House Shed for me?

We can build your pool house shed for you. In fact, our comprehensive services cover everything from the quote and design to getting the council approvals, building the shed, and getting tradesmen in to put in the fit-outs. From start to finish, we can do everything for you.

Can I build the Pool House Shed myself?

If you wish to build your shed yourself, you can purchase a shed kit from us. The kit comes with all the materials and an instruction manual to help you erect your shed.

What is a good-sized shed for a Pool House Shed?

Pool house sheds can vary in size depending on the space available and the use you want to make of it. We can build you a single-bay, double-bay, or triple-bay pool house or design a custom size to fit your property.