World Class Spa Design
The trend in world class spa design of the 21st century is based on soft organic forms that provide an immediate sense of wellbeing. We must guide the spa experience through open, fluid spaces, surrounded by nature,
for classes and consultation suites. These should be strategically located to allow them to be open 24/7 without interfering with the operation of the spa, therefore
waterfalls,
fountains, rivers with bridges that take us through a journey of the senses; a true refuge of the soul and a sanctuary of
wellness. The architecture of the
senses provides the user with a space that seduces the senses, incorporating the five elements: water, earth, fire, air and metal. The planning of the spa gives birth to the concept and involves detailed management of the atmosphere enriched by various natural textures, the management of lighting, temperature,
materials, colors and
shapes which will all have an impact on the project’s success. Depending on the size of the
area for development of a spa, careful planning of four areas must be carried out; the first space determines the start of the spa experience and must have a distinctive sense of arrival as determined by the design of the entrance, reception and lobby, the boutique, spa bistro, beauty salon and spa management office. Depending on the concept, this area can also be integrated with sports areas, adjacent to a gym, studio
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have independent bathrooms, showers and changing rooms. The second space is formed by
the area of dressing rooms, showers and restrooms, separate for men and women. This is the gateway to the hydrothermal area which can be mixed or separate, as per the strategic spa design. The steam, sauna, experience showers, Hammams, ice cabins, salt or clay rooms, hydrotherapy, temperature contrast
pools and lounge increasingly area areas to
relax, define this wonderful journey of sensations,
when defining the experience ‘Salus per Aquam’.
The third comprises a
sensory relaxation room and area of treatment rooms or suites; that can be multifunctional, for couples or specific spa therapy, shiatsu, Janzu, vichy or other specialty offering spaciousness, comfort, natural
relaxation lighting
temperature, and or customized chromotherapy, volume and music
selection, always optimizing functionality and performance per square meter. The success of the operation is directly
important is always recommended to
related to the presence or absence of support areas. The back of the house is the fourth area and includes the entry for spa staff, storage areas for product dosage, changing rooms, therapist staff areas, coordination and administration offices.
In conclusion, every detail
counts when the design anticipates the needs of a world-class operation. The most important factor that determines the
design of space is functioning
and operational methodology. Once a design is generated it is important to determine the flow of traffic from the perspective of the clients or guests and from an operational perspective by carrying out a careful assessment of the design to optimize productivity per area and the functionality of each zone, generating immediate wellness and creating an identity with innovative concepts. Largely, spa design defines a large part of the spa experience, so we always
recommend that this
reviewed by a spa consultant with a thorough understanding of the needs, requirements and standards of world- class spas.
Diana f. Mestre
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