Since 2009, Sebastian Rengers, Marketing Director at Riviera Pool, has been shaping the image and communication of one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of premium swimming pools and wellness installations. Riviera Pool is a family-run company with a long tradition of craftsmanship and innovation, and Rengers, as a member of the founding family, continues that legacy with energy, curiosity, and a deep sense of responsibility. What began as a career change has grown into a lifelong passion for design, technology, and the emotional experience of water.
Before joining the family business, Rengers worked in video studios. “That was actually where I wanted to go back then,” he recalls with a smile. “But I soon realized I was better at marketing than at cutting films.” His creative background continues to shape the way he works. “What I really enjoy is seeing how a technical product can become an aesthetic experience. A pool isn’t just a basin filled with water; it’s a piece of architecture, a part of someone’s life.”
The Art and Emotion of Mosaics
When asked about his favorite products, his answer comes without hesitation. “Mosaic products, absolutely. Whether it’s the tiled whirlpools or our M-Line and D-Line series, there’s something magical about combining standardized components into something truly unique.” For Rengers, mosaics are more than decoration. “They have been part of art and architecture since ancient times. Mosaics have always represented beauty and craftsmanship. To work with that tradition today and reinterpret it is incredibly rewarding.” He compares the craft to that of a car builder signing their engine at AMG or Alpina. “It’s about valuing the human skill and precision that go into every detail.”
One project remains especially close to his heart, a pool installation near Munich. “The client told me afterwards: ‘You’ve fulfilled my dream. My children and grandchildren swim here every weekend, it feels like we’re on holiday at home.’ Hearing that was deeply moving,” he says. “That was the moment I realized that what we do isn’t just construction. We create spaces for joy, for family, for life. That’s a beautiful thing.”
Carrying the Family Legacy Forward
Rengers describes Riviera Pool’s philosophy as one shaped by both innovation and heritage, influenced strongly by his late relative Guido Rengers, who helped define the company’s identity. “Guido always believed that everything we do should revolve around one idea: building things that make people happy. It doesn’t matter if it’s a swimming pool, a whirlpool, or even a mini-pool. As long as there’s water in it, we want it to bring joy.” Looking ahead, Sebastian sees more focus on individualization and flexibility. “We’ll continue to develop mosaic pools, customizable series, and high-end products for the European market, while also expanding internationally with container-based models for export. Riviera Pool has always been international at heart, ever since the 1970s when we had projects in Dubai. We want to build on that spirit.”
Innovation, for him, goes hand in hand with responsibility. “This industry requires knowledge. Learn, learn, learn, that’s my advice to anyone joining. You’re not just selling a product; you’re building someone’s dream. That comes with responsibility.” What frustrates him most are unqualified contractors. “It breaks my heart to see poorly built pools that cost clients money and disappointment. If we all focus on quality and knowledge, everyone wins: the customers, the industry, and the product itself.”
He is optimistic about how attitudes toward private pools are changing. “People used to think of swimming pools as a luxury for swimming laps. Now they see them as a lifestyle choice, an investment in well-being and togetherness. That shift toward valuing quality of life is something I find very positive.” On the technological side, he sees great potential in digitalization and artificial intelligence. “Digital transformation is still underestimated. It’s not just about automation; it’s about enabling people to focus on what matters. AI can help address skill shortages by taking over repetitive tasks, while humans focus on creativity and expertise. The key is to stay open and not fall behind.”
Just like cars don’t look the same as they did in 1970, pools shouldn’t either.
Sebastian Rengers, Marketing Director
When asked what kind of legacy he hopes to leave, Rengers answers thoughtfully. “If, in the future, the grandchildren of our customers say, ‘My grandfather bought this pool, and we still enjoy it today,’ that would mean everything to me. I’d like to think that what we build today will still bring happiness for generations.” He pauses for a moment and adds, “And I hope we keep pushing the industry forward, rethinking concepts, making pools more beautiful, smarter, and more individual. Just like cars don’t look the same as they did in 1970, pools shouldn’t either.”
At the heart of it all, Sebastian Rengers’s vision remains simple yet powerful: to create beauty through water. In his words, “Everything we build should make people happy.” For a family business built on innovation, quality, and heart, that philosophy continues to flow through every pool they create.
