An inflatable flamingo beckons one to jump into this backyard pool. The pool is right off a patio of a two-story house, with a spiral staircase connecting the space to another private deck above. Lounge chairs are ready for sunbathers or those just wishing to take in the yard’s beautiful landscaping and hardscaping.

A two-story white transitional house has a backyard created with entertaining in mind. The yard is beautifully landscaped and hardscaped, including the swimming pool. A spiral staircase connects the poolside patio to a private deck upstairs.

A swimming pool is at the center of outdoor living for this home. A black spiral staircase leads up from the pool to a private deck with rocking chairs and a prime view of the property.

A covered patio next to a backyard swimming pool makes the most of outdoor living. The patio has retractable screens for protection from the elements and curtains for privacy. The pool is beautifully hardscaped, surrounded by stone walls with statues and vases.

A pair of cushioned armchairs and a small dining table with two chairs offer casual seating on this covered patio. The space is literally poolside and has retractable screens for protection from the elements and pesky insects.

Wood ceiling fans keep this neutral transitional covered patio cool on hot days. The patio also has retractable screens to keep insects out and provide protection from the elements. A pair of wood-framed chairs and a table for two offer prime views of the swimming pool right at one’s feet.

Black-framed accordion doors help bring the outdoors into this living room. The doors connect the living room to a poolside patio that has retractable screens for protection from insects and the elements, allowing for true year-round outdoor living.