Are you designing a backyard with a pool? Or do you already have one you are looking to spruce up? Lucky you! Your pool is undoubtedly the main focal point, and there are many ways to enhance and utilize the surrounding space to create unique outdoor living areas.
Here are a few ideas for organizing your seating areas, upgrading your landscaping, and outfitting the yard with everything you need to be comfortable!
ADD FOLIAGE IN PLANTERS FOR GREENERY
Backyards with pools typically have less grass and a lot of pavement and decking. If that is the case and you are looking to add more greenery, consider adding tall or large planters with seasonal plants and flowers.
If you want to conserve water, succulents in pots are a great idea. Consider placing jade plants, widow's thrill, agave, and echeveria on your coffee tables or end tables. These plants are as beautiful as they are practical, and they'll make your pool and patio setting much more welcoming.
Depending on your climate, location, and what you plant, you could also make use of vertical space and install a wall planter!
FOCUS ON THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC AND SHADE
Whether you have a small or large pool, you and your guests want to be comfortable outside, and everyone loves gathering under the shade! If trees do not surround you, consider a large, cantilever patio umbrella for coverage. (You may need to cluster several umbrellas together to create a canopy effect.) You can use these umbrellas over the pool or in sitting areas.
Club chairs and cooking stations are great to position under the shade or tall trees. Your family and guests can lounge near the drinks and food for maximum comfort, and it will provide a bit of relief from the sun when you're ready to cook.
If you have a grill with a fridge and some counter space, consider positioning it where it will be convenient for people transitioning in and out of the water.
ADD ADDITIONAL SEATING AREAS
Having multiple gathering areas will spread your company around and give everyone a spot to converse and relax. A fire table or fire pit, small bar area, or even a pizza oven are all relatively inexpensive ways to give your backyard a little more luxury.
When designing outdoor spaces, experts recommend placing items so that they are visible from the interior of the home without compromising safety. For example, you would want to avoid positioning a pizza oven or fire pit near foliage that could catch fire. The more the indoor guests and residents can see the outdoor attractions, the more likely they are to use them.
Once you know where you want to place all the main congregation points of the backyard, consider how the seating should be arranged. Place your chairs close enough so that people can chat, but far enough away for guests to feel like they have some space. If you have swivel chairs, you’ll also need to ensure there’s enough room to swivel in and out.
At Paddy O’ Furniture, you can bring in the measurements of your spaces and we can help you decide what scale of furniture will work well with your space.
Guests love to gather around a fire table and we have a variety of sizes and heights to choose from. Fire tables create a great ambiance when lit.
Most yards will allow for at least one main area with a larger sofa and ottoman, but you can also consider setting up small tables with chairs near the corners of the pool for additional seating options. An outdoor candle in the center of a small table can be especially inviting for those who would prefer to avoid the heat of a fire pit. Use a circular sofa around a circular fire pit to keep a cohesive design pattern. Or place reclining lounge chairs with end tables in between for a row of relaxation.
AREA FOR OUTDOOR DINING
Dining al fresco is such a treat on a nice day, especially after enjoying a dip in the pool! Add a dining table if there's room, or you can use a fire pit coffee table and pair it with a large sectional for a more casual spot to eat.
84" x 43" Dining Table With Newport Dining Chairs
When it comes to positioning the dining room table, look for a space that can be covered. A sail shade canopy or tilt patio umbrella can be used if you need to create your own shade.
BEST BACKYARD DESIGN IDEAS WITH PADDY O' FURNITURE
Your outdoor oasis is an extension of your home, and we are here to help you make your outdoor living space a place where you and loved ones can enjoy gathering year-round.
If you have questions about how to create a better design for your yard, Paddy O' Furniture can help. We offer free outdoor environment design services and space planning to assist you with utilizing the most of your backyard. No matter what kind of pool you have and what the surrounding landscape looks like, let us help you pick the right furniture, colors, and fabric for your needs. Schedule a free appointment, whether it’s at your home, in one of our showrooms, or even over video conferencing, to get the advice you need!
