About Texas Innovative Pools
At Texas Innovative Pools, we believe a pool is more than just water. It is a significant investment in your home and your family’s future. Founded by Paul and Leah Hughes, our company is built on the principle that luxury should never compromise structural integrity. We believe every pool must be more than visually stunning. It should be built with uncompromising quality and craftsmanship.
With over 38 years of expertise in structural concrete and steel, combined with our PHTA education and certifications, we infuse engineering excellence into every project we construct. We lead with integrity to ensure your pool survives the unique challenges of the Texas climate.
Our mission is to provide a true start-to-finish expert experience that exceeds industry standards through professional certification and engineering mastery.
Building a Legacy of Integrity
A pool should outlast the trend that inspired it. Paul and Leah Hughes built Texas Innovative Pools on that conviction, refusing the industry habit of cutting corners and earning a reputation for reliability in two of the toughest regions in the state. Luxury above the water, engineering beneath it. What guides the work:
- Our Mission: A start-to-finish expert experience that exceeds industry standards.
- Who We Are: Owners, designers, and builders, personally invested in every Texas family we serve.
- Core Values: Integrity in every pour, transparency in every quote, Texas Tough in every build.
- Our Divisions: Austin and Hill Country, Houston and Tomball, Dallas and Rockwall.
More than 630 custom projects later, this is still a family company, and the Hughes family is still in the details of every build. We are not contractors passing through. We are your neighbors, and we build backyards that become legacies.
What You Can Expect Working With Us
Initial Consultation
We start with our innovative 3D design consultation to establish a clear vision and upfront pricing without hidden costs.
Planning and Design
Once we confirm the vision, our experts assess your specific terrain to ensure a Texas Tough structural plan tailored to your property.
Installation and Walkthrough
From the first dig to the final walkthrough, our owners and certified team remain personally involved to ensure uncompromising craftsmanship.
Why Texas Homeowners Trust Texas Innovative Pools
38 Years of Structural Expertise
Structural concrete, structural steel, carpentry, site work, and excavation behind every shell we build.
PHTA Certified Team
Paul and Tyler hold the PHTA Certified Pool Builder designation, and the team continues to advance through the certification pathway.
630 Projects Completed
A family-owned and operated builder with more than 630 custom projects completed across Texas.
Two Terrains, Two Divisions
Dedicated divisions built for the rocky terrain of the Austin and Hill Country area and the expansive soils of the Houston and Tomball area.
Owners in the Details
Paul and Leah remain personally involved in every project, with Tyler and Nick Hughes carrying the company into its next generation.
Our team
The Faces Behind the Work
Paul Hughes
CEO & Founder
Paul brings over 38 years of experience in structural concrete, structural steel, carpentry, site work and excavation, and design through his construction company, where he has been excavating pools, foundations, and subterranean structures in the Texas Hill Country for over 23 years. He knows the various Texas terrains and how to build on it. He holds the internationally recognized PHTA Certified Pool Builder designation and is advancing toward the PHTA Certified Master Pool Builder and Design Professional designation, held by fewer than 80 pool builders. A real cowboy who spent much of his life on the rodeo scene, Paul would rather be nowhere than on the back of his horse or spending time with his children and grandchildren.
Leah hughes
Founder and VP of Culture & Design
A native Texan, Leah brings over three decades of financial expertise paired with a refined eye for outdoor living. Originally from Tomball, she now calls the Texas Hill Country home after marrying her husband, Paul. As Controller, she leads the business operations of Texas Innovative Pools with precision and strategic insight. In her spare time she is an avid gardener, amateur photographer, lover of God and all things nature, and spends any time she can with her children and grandchildren.
Tyler hughes
Operations Manager & Lead Designer
Tyler brings hands-on experience along with formal training in both pool design and construction, and holds the PHTA Certified Pool Builder designation while advancing toward the PHTA Certified Master Pool Builder and Design Professional designation. A graduate of Texas Tech University with a degree in Economics and Personal Finance, he oversees development, design, procurement, and project management with a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the construction process. Tyler is a resident of Marble Falls, and in his spare time, you can typically find him on the golf course or watching a sports game.
Ronnie Herrmann
Superintendent Houston division
With over 40 years of hands-on experience in carpentry, construction, and pool building, Ronnie has built hundreds of pools, outdoor kitchens, and cabanas, and possesses exceptional carpentry skills in seamlessly adding patio extensions to existing homes so they look like part of the original design. He is actively pursuing certification through the Pool and Hot Tub Alliance Pool Builder Certification program. A proud Marine Dad, father, and grandfather, he spends his spare time at his grandsons’ baseball games or on the motocross track.
Bobbi Herrmann
Client Concierge
Bobbi brings a wealth of expertise in sales, customer service, and pool construction operations. She also serves as Client Liaison and is readily available to assist clients in the Austin and Tomball areas with any of their needs throughout their project. Ronnie and Bobbi have been married for 42 years and have worked as a husband and wife team in construction serving Tomball and the surrounding areas for years. A proud Marine Mom, Bobbi loves cooking, quilting, drawing, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Nick Hughes
General Manager – Dallas/Rockwall division
Nick is the latest family member to join the team and is a graduate of Texas Tech University with a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics. He combines that education with years of hands-on experience in sales, project management, customer service, and problem-solving. Known for his approachable personality and attention to detail, Nick takes pride in building strong relationships and delivering consistent service through every stage of a project. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Nikki, and their son, Rhett.
Sean Reece
Outdoor Living Sales Consultant
Sean is the face of our Spicewood location, serving retail clients with their outdoor building and outdoor living needs. He and his family moved here from Michigan and have lived in Austin for more than 19 years. Sean holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Eastern Michigan University and a Master’s degree in Christian Leadership from Dallas Theological Seminary, and he has worked in the auto and tech industries as well as serving in ministry for over 10 years. He believes his role is to make sure clients understand the nature of the work so the process makes sense and the reasons behind each step are clear. Sean lives in Spicewood and enjoys traveling, archery, hunting, and fishing.
Greta Cook
Office Manager and Bookkeeper
Greta keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. She has been with Texas Innovative Pools for several years, and her background in bookkeeping and office management made her a natural fit for the team. Whether she is helping customers or coordinating with vendors, she keeps projects on track. Greta is a resident of Marble Falls and a proud mother of two boys who enjoys family time and the outdoors.
