Pool Inspiration Moodboards 
At Mayfair Pools, every design begins with inspiration. Our curated mood boards bring together pool colours, finishes, and materials to help you visualise your perfect space.
From coastal retreats and natural hideaways to bold architectural statements, each board captures a distinct mood to spark ideas for your own design.
Whether you’re after a modern, resort-style, or natural aesthetic, these boards show how Mayfair’s custom finishes and craftsmanship can bring any vision to life.
Swimming Pool Inspiration: Moodboards to spark your design vision.
Every great pool design begins with a feeling.
Every dream pool starts with a feeling — a sense of place, light, and lifestyle. A moodboard helps bring that vision to life by combining textures, colours, and imagery that capture the atmosphere you want to create around your pool.
Browse the collection, explore real-world palettes, and learn how to create your own pool moodboard — a simple way to define the look and feel of your dream pool.
Moodboard Series – Treetop Oasis
Vibe: Lux treehouse
Pool colour: Piha Glitter
Inspiration: Luxury retreats, #instafamous, natural materials, rugged beaches
Moodboard Series – Secret Spring
Vibe: Locals only hot spring
Pool colour: Mount Maunganui
Inspiration: Wild pond, natural materials, private paradise, native garden
Moodboard Series – The Great Kiwi Summer
Vibe: A touch of the Med – Kiwi style
Pool colour: Mount Maunganui
Inspiration: White sand, lilos, sunny stripes, berry gelato
Moodboard Series – Cabanarama
Vibe: Island hospitality
Pool colour: Waiheke
Inspiration: Thatched umbrellas, cabanas, cocktails by the pool, bomb competitions, pool parties
Moodboard Series – Aye Aye Captain
Vibe: Nautical nostalgia
Pool colour: Cathedral Cove
Inspiration: Anchors, games of Marco Polo, rustic materials, poolside dinners…
Create Your Own Pool Moodboard
1. Start with a vibe
Think about how you want your pool space to feel. Relaxed and coastal? Natural and secluded? Or elevated and dramatic? Your chosen vibe will guide everything that follows — from colours to materials and landscaping.
2. Choose your colour palette
Select 3–5 tones that capture your mood. Start with your dominant pool finish colour, then add supporting hues that reflect your setting — warm neutrals, natural greens, ocean blues, or bright accents.
Tip: Use our Mayfair Pool Colour Range as your foundation.
3. Add materials and textures
Bring in samples of decking, stone, tiles, and outdoor fabrics that connect to your chosen style. The contrast between natural textures and smooth pool surfaces often creates the most striking results.
Layer in images that express the mood — furniture, lighting, plants, or even a favourite towel or cocktail. These small touches make your board uniquely yours and help you imagine how the space will be used and enjoyed.
5. Refine and balance
Step back and look at how it all feels together. A great moodboard should tell a clear story — the kind you can almost feel before it’s built.
Designing your perfect pool should feel exciting, not overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created two essential resources to help guide your journey: the Mayfair Pool Planning Guide and the Mayfair Pool Colour Guide.
Developed by our master pool builders, these expert guides are packed with practical advice, design inspiration, and the key considerations that make all the difference. Whether you're choosing a shape, exploring placement options, or comparing finishes, you'll find everything you need to plan with confidence.
Download your guides today and take the next step toward a pool that’s truly yours.
