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Outdoor living: Backyard Swimming Pools We Love

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Photo / Design: Mallory Mathison

Summer weather is officially here in North Carolina, and all we can think about is taking a dip in a gorgeous pool. Let’s dive into some of our favorite finds. 

Long summer days by the pool are certainly made prettier by the climbing roses and topiaries along the charming pool house of this Atlanta home. 

atlanta pool house with shingled roof and climbing rose arch and sitting area
Photo: Emily Followill Photographer / Design team: Revival Construction, Castro Design Studio, Jessica Bradley Interiors
atlanta pool house with shingled roof and climbing rose arch
Photo: Emily Followill Photographer / Design team: Revival Construction, Castro Design Studio, Jessica Bradley Interiors

No pool is complete without some shade—best if provided by a striped cabana umbrella—and a pair of cushioned lounge chairs. 

bifold french doors leading to a backyard pool with lounge chairs and a striped umbrella
Photo: Joshua McHugh Photography / Design: Philip Gorrivan Design

Small pools can make a big impression—and these outdoor living designs are proof. 

Photo/Architect: Pursley Dixon Architecture
plunge pool surrounded by a lush garden and classic home
Photo: Adam Kane Macchia / Design: By George Collective

Cocktails with friends, an al frecso family dinner, a full day of swimming—all occasions would be more fabulous in this backyard. We love the traditional blue and white color palette throughout the upholstered and side tables, accented by iron-framed furniture. 

colonial home with a pool surrounded by bluestone and lounge chairs with blue cushions
Photo: Leslee Mitchell / Design team: Northworks Architects, Page Louisell Woodward

The pavers surrounding the pool are a thoughtful addition to this Memphis backyard pool. A conversation set and lush gardens complete the enviable oasis. 

backyard with a pool, pavers and hydrangeas
Photo/Design: Canvas & Clay Studio

It’s easy to see why this idyllic pool house made its way into Southern Home Magazine. We wouldn’t mind spend long summer days right under the pergola. 

new england inspired pool house with shingle siding and pergola
Photo: Jane Beiles / Design: Robert Norris

We’re dreaming of lunch by the pool and an afternoon dip, thanks to this inspiration from Elizabeth M. Lawrence. 

white brick pool house flanked with lush landscaping and umbrellas
Photo/design: Elizabeth M. Lawrence/Williams Lawrence Interiors
The Hamptons Edgartown Village Historic District pool indoor-outdoor living charming
Photo: Greg Premru / Architect: Patrick Ahearn

For more summer style and interior inspiration, check out the all-American styles we can’t get enough of

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Outdoor living: Backyard Swimming Pools We Love

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