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Spa Design
How to design a unique and profitable spa or wellness property
Components of a Spa Facility
The Basics Reception Desk and Welcome area Reservations and Scheduling Retail/Spa Boutique Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms Dry Treatment Rooms Wet Treatment Rooms European Hydro-Massage ...
April 16, 2004
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Design for Beauty Services in a Spa Environment
Beauty-related services such as nails, hair, and make-up can be integrated into the spa environment, and some are best offered in a separate salon area. Floors should be of a material that is...
April 16, 2004
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Design for Facial Rooms
Design Considerations laundry drop directly outside of rooms, preferably dropping into chute or cartsmillwork for cabinets must washableprovide extra sound proofing in between rooms and hallways...
April 16, 2004
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Design for Massage/Touch Therapy Room
Design Considerations massage rooms should have a small sink and linen cabinet. Tip: provide storage above and below sink
April 16, 2004
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Design of Back-of-House Facilities
STAFF LOUNGE Incorporated centrally near the treatment area Staff lounge facilities a mix of men and women Provide a lavatory and shower if space permits and quarter-size lockers along...
April 16, 2004
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Designing Spa Treatment Rooms
Treatment RoomsA wet area treatment room should feed off of each wet area Access to these treatment areas should be from both the men’s and women’s locker rooms through a hallway The area should...
April 16, 2004
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General Observations on Spa Design
Interior design should provide a residential not institutional feeling A simple yet effective zone keying system should be installed A proper “signage” system should be installed for easy...
April 16, 2004
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How to Choose an Architect and Designer for your Spa
The best spa designers and architects are morally responsible, experienced, and interested in developing environmentally safe, energy efficient, and aesthetically pleasing structures and interiors....
April 16, 2004
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How to Choose the Best Equipment to Service a Well Balanced Spa
The spa industry is growing at a rapid rate, and many entering the industry are so excited about designing their spa by the time they shop for equipment they discover lack of proper equipment...
(No rating) September 12, 2006 Views: 2029
Introduction to Engineering Systems
A. HVAC Heating (duct system) Ventilating (windows, exhaust, fans) Air-Conditioning (central, unitary, heart recover system, etc.) B. Electrical Power Lighting Emergency lighting ...
April 15, 2004
Views: 2679
Key Environmental Dimensions
Ambient Conditions Temperature Air quality Noise levels Music Smells/odors Space/Function Layout Equipment Furnishings Signs/Symbols and Artifacts Signage Personal/thematic...
(No rating) April 15, 2004 Views: 3368
Minimum Treatment Room Dimensions
The minimum dimensions for a massage room are 10' x 12'. This will give you almost 4 feet (45 inches) on each side of the table.
March 22, 2004
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Sound Systems and Lighting
Sound System There should be 3 separate sound systems in the facility for each of the following: public spaces--general system for majority of including weight gym. treatment rooms-...
(No rating) April 16, 2004 Views: 3315
Spa Design Tips from The Experts
Create Texture: Use wall hangings, pillows, rugs and uniqe bed coverings to creat texture and contrast in your spa. Locally made textiles embody a return to folkloric ideals and handmade crafts....
September 16, 2005
Views: 5696
Space Planning
Effective space planning must be a team effort. You and your management team (architect, designer, consultant and existing employees), will need to develop a facility layout that takes into...
April 16, 2004
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Susan Harmsworth's 3 Biggest Design Mistakes
Can you give us examples of mistakes in spa design?The top three are: 1. Acoustics - where many times you can hear what people are talking about in the next room, and separating active and...
March 11, 2008 Views: 735
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