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Outdoor Escape Made for Entertaining Features a Poolside Cabana

July 23, 2019

From: Anissa Swanzy

This backyard retreat has everything homeowners need to host a fabulous soirée. From the poolside cabana, dining area with fireplace and outdoor kitchen, entertaining is easy in this outdoor oasis.

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Fireplace Allows for Entertaining Year-Round

Those cool blue and white hues continue across the pool, helping to connect separate sitting areas. Here, weatherproof chairs and a stone fireplace give the owners another warm spot to entertain.

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Swimming Pool Boasts Modern Fountains

Sleek water fountains line the far edge of the pool, making an eye-catching display and creating soothing ambient noise. After a swim, guests can relax in the cabana and pretend they're listening to the ocean.

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Cabana Keeps Cool With Coastal Colors

Refreshing blue and white accents bring a taste of the beach to this backyard cabana. Guests can take their pick of several plush white chairs and lounge, read or daydream about their next Caribbean adventure.

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Cabana Includes Custom Accent Wall

As if this outdoor space weren't alluring enough, an accent wall with a TV and bar makes leaving nearly impossible. A metal chandelier draws interest to the textured ceiling overhead, while curtains can be pulled out to block the wind.

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Patterned Pillows Draw Visual Interest

For comfort and visual appeal, designer Anissa Swanzy layered the space with a variety of accent pillows. Although each piece features its own texture or pattern, a common color palette helps them fit together.

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Comfortable, Contemporary Lounge Chairs

Lounging becomes a luxurious experience in this backyard, thanks to two stylish armchairs and a soft white umbrella. Guests can dip a toe in the pool or soak up the warm California breezes.

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Comfortable Chairs Meet Outdoor Dining Area

With comfortable seating and a dining table just a few steps away, this outdoor space was made for easy entertaining. Bonus, a coffee table offers room for hors d'oeuvres and drinks.

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Outdoor Sitting Area Shines With Symmetry

Identical armchairs and accessories ensure that this outdoor sitting area is rich with symmetry. A stone fireplace anchors the vignette, while also keeping the space warm for guests.

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Outdoor Kitchen Plus Extra Seating

What dining space would be complete without a custom kitchen? Here, a large counter offers surface area for serving trays and drinks, while a reclaimed wood bar provides additional seating.

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Dining Area Boasts Custom Chandelier

A custom chandelier hangs over the dining table for visual interest and additional lighting at night. Meanwhile, a few space heaters and a brick fireplace ensure total comfort.

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Tablescape Showcases Pretty Blue Plates

Talk about a tablescape! With a textured runner, trimmed plants, stacks of pretty plates and even a few drinks, this outdoor dining space will easily impress guests.

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