Do you dream of turning your poolside into the area where everyone gathers? A petite pool bar could be the perfect addition for changing your backyard into a supreme summer haven.

1. Small and Works Well

A well-planned layout makes sure your small pool bar is both helpful and stylish.
A well-planned layout makes sure your small pool bar is both helpful and stylish.

Create a small layout that is still stylish and useful. Thinking carefully about every bit is important, just like I did in a project where space was limited.

2. Water Feature

A water feature adds peace and beauty to your pool bar area.
A water feature adds peace and beauty to your pool bar area.

Add a water feature to add a peaceful detail to your bar area. I’ve designed spaces where the soft sound of water makes the whole mood better.

3. Charm With Stone and Wood

Natural materials such as stone and wood give a bit of down-to-earth beauty to poolside bars.
Natural materials such as stone and wood give a bit of down-to-earth beauty to poolside bars.

Use natural stone and wooden details for a down-to-earth but elegant look. These materials work well with outdoor locations, making a classic appeal.

4. Awe-Inspiring Pergola Coverage

A pergola gives both function and charm, turning your pool bar into a relaxing getaway.
A pergola gives both function and charm, turning your pool bar into a relaxing getaway.

A pergola above your pool bar gives a sense of sophistication while providing necessary shade. I planned a space where the pergola created a superb spot for hanging beautiful plants.

5. Comfort Lighting

Comfort lighting turns your pool bar into a captivating night time getaway.
Comfort lighting turns your pool bar into a captivating night time getaway.

Make your pool bar better with comfort lighting for night time events. I used fairy lights to create a magical twilight vibe that kept the party going way past sunset.

6. Moveable Bar

A moveable bar gives flexibility and ease for poolside parties.
A moveable bar gives flexibility and ease for poolside parties.

Choose a moveable bar for convenience and ease of use. I love telling clients about this if they want to host without setting up things permanently.

7. Tropical Bar Feel

A tiki bar adds a fun and interesting touch to your poolside area.
A tiki bar adds a fun and interesting touch to your poolside area.

Make a tropical bar for that vacation feel right at home. I’ve watched this idea turn simple spaces into interesting getaways.

8. New and Simple

Simple design adds elegance to your pool bar.
Simple design adds elegance to your pool bar.

Use a new simple style with clean lines and smooth surfaces. This style is great if you enjoy a current look, which I’ve seen in many elegant outdoor areas.

9. Full Greenery

Greenery around your pool bar makes it feel new and natural.
Greenery around your pool bar makes it feel new and natural.

Put lots of plants around your pool bar to make a peaceful, natural feel. Plants make the space look better and make the mood more relaxing.

10. Storage That’s Part of the Design

Smart storage keeps your pool bar neat and working well.
Smart storage keeps your pool bar neat and working well.

Add storage that’s part of the design to keep your bar neat and tidy. I always tell clients to do this if they want to keep a clean, smooth area.

11. Seats That Change

Seats that change make the most of space and how your pool bar works.
Seats that change make the most of space and how your pool bar works.

Think about seats that change to meet different needs. This is great for small spaces, which I’ve used to make the most of small areas.

12. Personal Touches

Personal details turn your pool bar into a unique show of style.
Personal details turn your pool bar into a unique show of style.

Add personal details like decorations to give your pool bar character. I’ve assisted clients with unique touches that show off their style.

13. Eco-Friendly

Eco-friendly materials ensure your pool bar is both sustainable and stylish.
Eco-friendly materials ensure your pool bar is both sustainable and stylish.

Use eco-friendly materials to design a sustainable and stylish pool bar. This not only helps the planet but adds a special touch to your space.

14. Seating Under Water

Submerged seating makes a luxurious pool experience possible without leaving the water.
Submerged seating makes a luxurious pool experience possible without leaving the water.

Set up underwater high chairs for a swim-up experience that guests will appreciate. It’s a smart way to get the most out of the space and provide a special feature by the pool.