Owning a swimming pool is a luxury, coveted by one and all. Here are a few pool landscaping ideas to enhance the looks of your luxury exhibit at home.
A house with a swimming pool, is a house that many would kill for. So if you've got it, you've got to flaunt it. And how do you flaunt it? Landscaping is great way of making your swimming pool area look picturesque. It not only enhances the place, but adds to the beauty of your exterior décor. There are innumerable ways in which you can decorate your pool area. Your imagination is your only limit! Plants, mosaics, eye catchy color combinations, elevations, waterfalls, and the list goes on and on. However, there are a few considerations you need to make while doing up your pool area.
Plants
You need to put in some thought and consideration while planting plants by your pool side. Most importantly you need to think of long term décor, while landscaping your pool area. Though you want the area to look exquisite, it needs to be easy to maintain too. Avoid planting plants which shed a lot of leaves. This will make your pool dirty. If you are looking for color, try potted plants like zinnia, palms, and other flowering small indoor plants. This will enhance the aesthetics and make it look colorful too.
Furniture
Since you are placing furniture near water, it needs to be water friendly. This is a clear indicator that you need to steer away from wooden furniture around the pool. Plastic, bamboo, or cane furniture which is reasonable (money wise) and easy to maintain are perfect for pool side furniture. While you are experimenting with pool landscaping ideas, you need to consider the placement of furniture. It may seem inconsequential, but it pretty much accounts for the beauty of the area. The pillows, candles, candle holders, and linens must compliment the surroundings. Stark contrasts are gaudy and garish, so please refrain. Place the furniture which allows your guests to engage in conversations and enjoy the sight of a clean blue pool.
Canopy
If your pool is in an open area, you certainly need to cover it. The cost and effort of cleaning the pool is too much to leave it open. Go for a darker canopy, such as green or dark blue, it just adds to the coolness around the water body. A canopy will ensure that all your outdoor plants are safe from the asperity of the sunlight too. Moreover, a simple tent canopy will salvage your tastefully done up décor from bad weather conditions.
Fencing
Pool fencing is very important part of pool landscape. Having pool parties is brilliant fun, but a fence will make them safer too. A pool gate or a fence will prevent guests in high spirits and hyperactive children from dangerous mishaps. There are different types of pool fences. Choose a fancy fence that suits your pool décor.
Lighting
Low voltage lights or dim lights, create a soothing effect to the eye. Foot lamps in the pathway and at the end of the pool will create a spectacular effect to the pool area.
Other than plants, shrubs and other decorative items, you can use decorative rocks. It add to the natural beauty and add an edge to the aesthetics. An indoor waterfall, with its magnificent gurgling sound of water will provide the much-needed relaxation as you sit by the pool side after a long hard day's work.
