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use. Infrared heaters, fire pits and   wicker and teak are popular choices
        outdoor fireplaces keep family and   that blend effortlessly with nature.
        guests warm in winter, while misting   These materials look beautiful,   filtration are becoming more common.
        systems and fans provide relief during   while their durability and weather   These typically offer app-based
        the summer.                         resistance make them perfect for    controls for real-time adjustments.
                                            outdoor use.
        The outdoor kitchen is no longer just                                   Sustainability is no longer a trend; it’s
        about adding a grill for braais and a   Modular furniture sets can be re-  a requirement for modern consumers.
        picnic table. Cooking and dining al   arranged according to activities.   Pool owners are looking increasingly
        fresco is more popular than ever, and   These pieces can adapt quickly to   for eco-friendly solutions. In 2025, we
        many homeowners have installed      suit various needs. Whether lounging   expect a significant rise in sustainable
        fully equipped outdoor culinary     solo or hosting a large gathering,   pool design. This includes energy-
        hubs. These spaces, which feature   they allow for endless configurations   efficient pumps, solar-powered heating
        everything from pizza ovens to wine   that can change with the seasons or   systems and eco-conscious materials in
        fridges and even dishwashers, are   the occasion. Moreover, adaptable   pool construction.
        designed for serious cooking and    pieces make a good investment as the
        entertaining.                       collections can grow and evolve with   Pool designs are evolving beyond the
                                            your family’s lifestyle.            traditional rectangular or oval shapes.
        Furniture                                                               We will see a rise in organic, free-form
        Suitable outdoor furniture can make   Pool design                       pools that blend effortlessly into
        or break an outdoor space and in    As with many aspects of home        the natural landscape. Homeowners
        2025, the focus is on pieces that   technology, smart pools are on the   are looking for pools that feel
        are as snazzy as they are functional.   rise. Homeowners will expect their   like extensions of their outdoor
        Natural and organic materials are   pools to be as automated and intuitive   environment.
        leading the way. The tendency is to   as the rest of their smart homes.
        create a harmonious connection with   Automated systems that control water   Sources
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