With the weather only getting hotter, you must have a spot to cool off and enjoy the summer months at home, but the fact is, pools on their own aren’t much of a draw. You need the whole experience, which means that if you have a pool in your yard right now or are planning one, you need to rethink the entire poolside experience. Luxury resorts don’t just have nice pools; they offer an exquisite poolside, and with this guide, you too can design the ultimate poolside experience right at home:
First Things First, Safety
Before you start dreaming up the beautiful space around your pool, it’s essential to consider safety, especially if you have young children present or visiting. What this means is that a fence around your property isn’t enough to make your pool safe. You’ll need an additional barrier around the pool itself.
This does not mean that you need to live with an ugly fence. Glass pool fencing adds the essential security you need to protect your little ones, all while maintaining a beautiful sightline right down to your pool. You can even use it to decorate, adding lights or greenery along the rail with that invisible effect thanks to the glass.
Invest in a Beautiful Pool Patio
The next step needs to be the pool patio. This patio should extend from the pool all the way to the patio space. By unifying the floor, you can draw the eye naturally from the different elements of your new poolside. The space can be large enough for a few deck chairs, or it could be expanded into your outdoor dining space. Either way, having a single, unified patio floor will create a cohesive effect that will boost your final design.
Plan for Shade
While the goal is to enjoy sunny days lounging or swimming, it’s not realistic to assume you will want to spend every second directly within the sun’s rays. That’s why it’s so important to plan for shade. This can be done with an awning, with sun parasols, or even with trees and bushes. Beautifully built with the option to hang out in the shade, and you’ll immediately start spending more time outdoors.
Make Storage Convenient
You need your pool cleaning supplies, lounge cushions, and other pool equipment within easy reach to make the most of your time. The problem with storing items inside is that it makes reaching them a chore, and when something becomes a chore, there’s a chance you’ll just forgo it. By putting storage right next to the pool, you don’t have to move far to put things away or use them, making it easier to enjoy your poolside and care for it all at once.
Decorate!
Your pool can and should be decorated. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is with planters, which can add essential greenery to your patio space while also providing visual interest. You can also decorate with statues or even wall hangings if your pool is near a fence line.
Plan for Night
Finally, you need to plan for the night experience. Investing in stunning pool lights and garden lights can transform your pool from a daytime activity to an all-around experience. If you’ve ever dreamed of having a pool party, these lights are what’s going to make it happen.
