Decorating & Design
July 29, 2022
18 Pool Patios You’ll Want to Hang Out On All Summer Long
The patio is an essential sidekick to everyone’s favorite backyard amenity: the pool! It’s where you dry off after swimming some laps, watch the kids splashing around, and relax on a lounge chair with a good book (and beverage!) in hand. We’re sharing some of our best pool patios, from from resort-style cabanas to poolside bars and cool city decks.
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Make the most of your outdoor space by giving it designated zones. This efficient and modern patio has areas for dining, sunbathing and even poolside campfires.
Having a cabana right next to the pool is the perfect way to get relief from the sun on those extra hot days. The L-shaped couch and chandelier make this corner feel like a proper outdoor living room.
Concrete stepping stones in the grass provide swimmers with a nice walkway from pool to patio. To soften the hardscaping in this backyard, the owners incorporated fresh grass, lush green plants and an intimate table for two.
This patio feels more like an oasis thanks to the trimmed hedges, tall trees and pond (complete with floating lily pads). Cushioned lounge chairs and an outdoor sofa allow you to soak in the scenery with maximum comfort.
This wooden sun deck has a luxury resort energy. The sleek architecture is amplified with a modern seating area, tropical potted plants and even a fireplace.
Having a small tent on the patio can serve a multitude of purposes. Use it as a changing area, to stow away your poolside essentials or to seek shade when the UV rays become a bit too strong.
A variety of seating, greenery and outdoor accents make this small backyard in the city feeling like an urban retreat. The upper and lower patios provide distinct dining and hangout zones, while the garage is smartly disguised with cedar planks.
This patio emulates the pool’s design with an infinity-like edge. The large slabs of stone give it an ultramodern ambience.
This sprawling terrace feels like a natural extension of the indoor living space. It’s bordered with a bougainvillea hedge and open railings, allowing the sweeping views to be left unobstructed.
This covered living room provides the ultimate indoor-outdoor living experience, with the added bonus of being poolside. Breezy curtains and a dining umbrella give it major vacation vibes.
Enjoying the water on cooler nights isn’t an issue when you have a firepit right next to it. Softly lit trees set the mood, while a set of floating chair adds a pop of color and character to the all-white space.
This backyard opted for poolside grass over concrete, providing swimmers and loungers with a soft and refreshing area to walk around. A trio of chairs and an outdoor love seat offers seating options in the shade and sun.
This backyard prioritizes comfort with curvy lounge chairs that surround the water. The rolled up towels are not only convenient, but instantly elevate the patio with resort vibes.
This home also skipped on the concrete patio and kept things natural with a green lawn. The small border around the pool creates a seamless transition between the patio and landscaping.
To avoid wet feet from trickling into the house when happy hour hits, this home has an outdoor bar and seating area. The mounted television is another way to bring the comforts of indoors out.
This stone patio offers plenty of space for sunbathers and shade seekers alike. A blue and white awning with a a large sign on the wall brings a playful Hamptons vibe to the space.
If you don’t have a built-in awning, ac contemporary umbrella can help keep things shaded when spending time next to the pool. A concrete bench borders the pool, providing extra seating for those who just want to dip in their feet.
This designer created a more rustic poolside experience by using gravel for the patio and setting up a modern fire pit. What more do you need?