With warm, sunny days finally, here, many homeowners are looking for a way to refresh their pool areas and bring life to their outdoor spaces. From smaller upgrades to larger remodeling projects, any backyard can be transformed into a peaceful retreat that is perfect for relaxing and unwinding. Let’s take a look at five awesome ideas you can use to update your pool area for the ultimate summer pampering experience.
Decorate with style
Before you get into designing your pool area, consider the style of your backyard. The style and the color palette you choose for your pool area need to be in line with the design of your outdoor space. If your backyard is more on the contemporary side, consider decorating your pool area with an outdoor daybed, a modern fire pit, and a flatweave rug to create a comfy and cozy lounging area. On the other hand, if you’re more of a free spirit and seek to express your personality, go with a poolside decor that has an earthy feel to it. Add a hammock, a couple of mesh chairs, and a boho throw pillow in vibrant orange or luscious purple to create the perfect bohemian poolside retreat. The options are endless!
Get Shady
When designing your pool area, you need to make sure there is a place where you can get away from the sun but still enjoy the beautiful view of your backyard pool. Installing a pergola near the pool is a great way to provide protection from the sun and take a break from swimming. A small patch of shade at the water’s edge is perfect for homeowners who enjoy peaceful meditations in the morning, unwinding after a long day at work, or entertaining guests in the evening. You can also add a couple of sunbathing chairs, a coffee table and a sofa for comfy and cozy seating, thus adding charm to your pool area.
Spice things up with some nature
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to spruce up your pool area, adding greenery, earthy tones and natural materials are the perfect way to do it. Adding large hedges, a fast growing shade tree, bamboo, and a couple of large bonsai trees in pots is a great way to provide your pool area with some privacy, creating a cozy, intimate cocoon you can relax. To liven up the water feature use earthy neutral colored chunky dusky wall cladding that can make your pool area secure, durable and eye-catching at the same time. Other than isolating your outside pool, those natural elements are a great way to bring an exotic touch into your outdoor space.
Tile it up
Nothing will spruce your pool area more than some new pool tiles! Pools that don’t have tiles often look dry and dull – like something’s missing. Tiles are an instant decorating tool that elevates the look of the swimming pool, providing them with a welcoming aura. Installing pool tiles also gives you an opportunity to play with patterns, colors, and designs, so you can use your imagination to add a splash of color and freshen up your swimming pool. Browse through a beautiful collection of quality glass pool tiles to find the one that best matches your idea of aesthetic. Made from recycled glass and natural materials, they’re durable, safe, and an environmentally-friendly flooring option for your pool, certain to turn your outdoor pool into a backyard paradise.
LED lights for summer nights
Illuminating your outdoor oasis is the perfect way to complete your pool area makeover. Many pools have basic lighting installed, but it’s more efficient to upgrade to LEDs. Swapping your old lights for LED lighting an energy-efficient solution that will help cut your energy bill, saving you money in the long run. Other than that, recess bright LEDs installed both below the water and along the pool will help elevate the look of your outdoor pool, making it go from plain and ordinary to gorgeous and glamorous, adding that wow factor to your backyard.
There you have it – our top five ideas for designing a stunning outdoor oasis. Use the tips above to transform your pool area and create a private retreat you’ll enjoy spending time in.
