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July 11, 2025

Create a Stylish Poolside Retreat: Top Outdoor Picks

Ready to refresh your outdoor space for pool season? Here are two complete poolside looks, each pairing an offset umbrella, a lounge chair, an accent table, pillows and an outdoor rug: one soft and sophisticated, one bold and welcoming.

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A note on availability: every piece in our boards was hand-selected when we designed the look, and retailers refresh their collections often. If an exact item has sold out or been discontinued, we’ve linked the closest match we could find, chosen with the same eye for shape, finish and feel.

Two poolside looks, one easy formula

Look 1, soft and sophisticated: warm teak, creamy cushions and a striped rug in sea-glass blue. The neutral palette won’t fight with your landscaping or pool tile.

Look 2, bold and welcoming: colorful furniture and vibrant textiles that make your backyard feel like a celebration.

Bold and welcoming poolside decor board with colorful lounge chair, pillows, accent table and outdoor rug

Pro tip: Choose solution-dyed acrylic cushions and a polypropylene rug. Both stand up to sun, chlorine and splashes far better than standard fabrics.

The pieces, and why we chose them

01 · SHADE

Offset umbrella

How it looks & feels: A clean, offset canopy that shades without a pole in the middle of the space.

The problem it solves: Keeps loungers cool and leaves the area open for moving around.

Where it belongs: Beside the lounge chairs.

02 · LOOK 1 · LOUNGE

Teak lounge chair

How it looks & feels: Warm teak with creamy cushions, calm and resort-like.

The problem it solves: A durable, comfortable spot to read or nap by the water.

Where it belongs: Along the pool edge.

03 · LOOK 1 · TABLE

Accent table

How it looks & feels: A simple, outdoor-ready surface in a soft, natural finish.

The problem it solves: Holds drinks, sunscreen and a book within arm’s reach.

Where it belongs: Between two loungers.

04 · LOOK 1 · TEXTILES

Neutral accent pillows

How it looks & feels: Soft neutral pillows that layer comfort onto the lounger.

The problem it solves: Adds support and a finished, hotel-like look.

Where it belongs: On the lounge chairs.

05 · LOOK 1 · RUG

Striped outdoor rug

How it looks & feels: A sea-glass striped rug that feels breezy underfoot.

The problem it solves: Defines the lounge zone and softens hot pavers.

Where it belongs: Under the loungers and table.

06 · LOOK 2 · LOUNGE

Colorful lounge chair

How it looks & feels: A bold, cheerful lounger that sets a celebratory mood.

The problem it solves: Makes the backyard feel like a getaway the moment you sit down.

Where it belongs: Along the pool edge.

07 · LOOK 2 · TABLE

Accent table

How it looks & feels: A playful outdoor table that adds color and shape.

The problem it solves: Gives every lounger a drink spot that doubles as decor.

Where it belongs: Between two loungers.

08 · LOOK 2 · TEXTILES

Vibrant accent pillows

How it looks & feels: Bright, saturated pillows that bring energy to the space.

The problem it solves: The easiest way to change the mood season to season.

Where it belongs: On the lounge chairs.

09 · LOOK 2 · RUG

Bold outdoor rug

How it looks & feels: A colorful, durable rug that grounds the whole look.

The problem it solves: Ties the bright pieces together and feels soft underfoot.

Where it belongs: Under the loungers and table.

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Frequently asked questions

What fabric is best for poolside cushions?

Solution-dyed acrylic. The color goes all the way through the fiber, so it resists fading from sun and bleaching from chlorine.

What outdoor rug holds up by a pool?

Polypropylene. It is water-resistant, quick-drying, fade-resistant and easy to hose off.

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ASR Design Studio is a full-service residential interior design studio based in Escondido and serving San Diego County. We specialize in renovations, new builds, furnishing and thoughtful styling, blending our signature modern coastal style with the way you actually live. We take on a limited number of clients each year so every home gets our full creative attention.

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