My Plan for the Ultimate Pool Party Oasis: A Quest to Be the Host with the Most (Awesome Pool on the Block) - PART TWO

My Plan for the Ultimate Pool Party Oasis: A Quest to Be the Host with the Most (Awesome Pool on the Block) - PART TWO
by Robert Coles

Welcome Back to the Backyard Project – Let’s Talk Style, Comfort, and Ambiance

By a backyard enthusiast just outside of Nashville, TN

If you read Part One, you already know I’m transforming my outdoor space into the ultimate hosting hub. The pool’s ready, the floats are locked in, and the swim-up bar? Legendary.

But let’s face it—pool time only lasts so long. For true all-day comfort, I needed stylish zones for lounging, dining, and winding down. Here’s how I’m turning my backyard into a year-round destination.

Outdoor Furniture – Where the Party Really Happens

Furniture is the soul of any backyard. These are the pieces I’m investing in for both comfort and style:

Tupelo Goods Bask Chair

This chair brings the beach house aesthetic to Tennessee. It’s lightweight yet durable and perfect for chasing sun or shade throughout the day.

👉 Check out the Bask Chair

Ledge Lounger Echo Chaise Lounger

Designed like a luxury spa lounger, the Echo Chaise offers ergonomic support and season-long durability with fade-resistant finishes.

👉 Shop the Echo Chaise

Mainstay Sectional – 4 Piece Diamond Set

Flexible, modular seating with weatherproof cushions—this setup is ready for any gathering, big or small.

👉 See the Mainstay Sectional

Daybeds and Cabanas – Next-Level Chill

Ulm Daybed with Sunroof

The crown jewel of my yard. This sleek, curved daybed with sunshade brings resort vibes straight to my deck.

👉 Check out the Ulm Daybed

Affinity Square Sunbed

Minimal, comfortable, and versatile—perfect for sun-lounging near the pool or fire pit.

👉 See the Affinity Sunbed

Jut Chill Single Daybed

Space-saving without sacrificing luxury. Great tucked into a nook or corner retreat.

👉 Get the Jut Chill

Fire and Water Features – Setting the Mood

For those sunset-to-midnight hangs, ambiance is everything. These are the features adding light, sound, and soul to my space:

Maya Fire and Water Bowl – Hammered Copper

This dual-feature bowl glows and flows—fire and water in one elegant centerpiece.

👉 See the Maya Bowl

Cazo Fire Bowl

Cazo Fire and Water Bowl – 360 Spill

The ultimate in visual drama. Continuous water flow and flickering flames create a mesmerizing nighttime vibe.

👉 Check out the Cazo Bowl

Cazo Water Bowl – Hammered Copper

No fire? No problem. This bowl delivers serene water sounds and a modern aesthetic all day long.

👉 View the Cazo Water Bowl

The Ultimate Fire Pit Setup – Where Nights Are Made

Beverly Fire Pit – Copper Feature

A handcrafted centerpiece that warms the whole space with its natural glow and rustic finish.

👉 Check out the Beverly Pit

Mainstay Adirondack Chair with Ottoman

Classic meets comfort. This chair-and-ottoman combo is where late-night convos happen.

👉 Grab one here

Mainstay Tall Adirondack Chair

Perfect for taller friends or elevated chats around the fire. It rounds out the seating perfectly.

👉 Check it out

Wrapping Up Part Two: Now We’re Getting Somewhere

With furniture, fire, and flow in place, this backyard isn’t just looking good—it’s living up to the vision. But there’s more to come.

In Part Three, I’ll add the finishing touches with low-maintenance landscaping, in-pool loungers, and a custom mosaic tribute to my dog, Theo.