OUR STORY
A name with a story.
A purpose with heart.
It started with a passion for teaching. And a belief that the moments around the water matter most.


Lily, Vlad’s daughter at nine months.
01 / The beginning
A small family swim school, 2010.
In 2010, Vlad and his family founded a small swim school that grew to welcome thousands of families each week. Along the way, Vlad grew from coach to manager to owner, gaining a deeper understanding of what makes time around the water so special.
He witnessed first strokes, growing confidence, new friendships, and families making memories together.
The pool brought people together. The moments they shared were what truly mattered.
02 / A new perspective
Then, life took a turn.
When his daughter Lily was born, he gained a new appreciation for how quickly time passes and how meaningful the moments spent together can be. He realized that the spaces we create at home become the backdrop for family memories that last a lifetime.
After becoming a father, Vlad knew he didn’t just want to teach inside these spaces. He wanted to create them.
“When Lily was born, I knew I wanted to do more than teach; I wanted to create the same kind of spaces for people to enjoy these moments and make memories with their family from the comfort of their home.”
Vlad · Founder & CDO of Lily Pool Co.
EVERYTHING CAME TOGETHER
And so, Lily Pool Co. was born.
Inspired by his daughter Lily, Vlad founded Lily Pool Co. alongside Preston Baxmann, bringing together decades of expertise and a shared vision for exceptional outdoor living.
Today, Lily Pool Co. is a boutique design and build firm based in Surrey, British Columbia, providing the most advanced fibreglass pools, spas, & bespoke outdoor spaces to surround them.
Each space is tailored to complement the home and family it is for, to make their back yard feel like the best place to be!
Meet the people behind Lily Pool Co ↗

Let’s make
room for the good life.
From the first decision to the first dip. We’re here to bring your vision to life.
