With the monsoon rains I cannot imagine much will protect you from the buckets of water! I have found a solution that is a permanent structure where you can twist open and close louvers so you can allow sunshine in, but lock it to block out rain. It also seems to have incorporated gutters - I am sure something like this can be found in India (or imported from China?) http://www.louvretecusa.com/ProductRange/Opening-Roof-Systems.html

Eventually when you come to resell, a pool is an added plus. But for your own purposes, emptying the pool and adding a deck over it with a hinged door and steps placed below would be great for storage (as per option b but bearing in mind you could revert). All the best for your lovely new home.

There is contrast between the traditional furniture and the focal point of the floor which pops, draws attention. I would recover the sofas in cream colored soft fabric - suede. I would leave the curtains grey, and put down a large neutral area rug. The edges of the room would show the pattern of the floor. I would color the wall and add texture to it, but not too dark as the room will appear smaller. Add a picture and put a nice plant holder, large vase in the left corner of the room - an oriental-style vase. Or, a cream-stripe fabric on the sofas. You could go soft or bold in this room - depending on your taste.

that is what i have added if you can see the pic above.. want some suggestions on partition that i can use between dining and sitting