The challenge of a pool in the sky

For swimmers, a pool is a source of physical and mental wellbeing. For designers, engineers, and architects imagining a swimming pool high atop a skyscraper, that wellbeing is replaced by several varieties of headaches! The effect of slipping into a pool many metres above the ground and enjoying a breathtaking view of the city skyline (or perhaps a towering ocean vista) would be a dream to many, but making that dream come true is no small feat. Limited space, long lead times, and complex structural calculations are just a few of the challenges that must be overcome.