Interior Design
When Worlds Collide
March 25, 2013
Marrying hammam and vinotherapy under one roof, a new Toronto hotel spa reveals how this interesting fusion is offering spa enthusiasts the best of both worlds.
Although hammams have long been a mainstay of daily life in various parts of the world, it wasn’t until recently that they’ve become an increasingly common component in many North American spas. Now, Miraj Hammam Spa by Caudalie is taking the concept a step further by adding vinotherapy into the mix. Opened this past September in the luxe Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto (Canada), the spa is a result of the vision of owner Surinder Bains and Mathilde Thomas, founder of Caudalie...
We don’t design interiors…we design experiences™
December 20, 2011
Raad Gantous
As we come to the end of the year it is natural to wonder what new trends might be on the horizon for the coming year. And with a little browsing and searching the internet can provide a dizzying array of speculation and crystal ball predictions year in and year out. The predictions for 2012 are no exception, and run the gamut from healthy feet to online wellness gaming! and everything in between. But interestingly, there seems to be a...
Stand out!
December 5, 2011
*/ “In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different.” ~ Coco Chanel Getting your spa's design right the first time not only saves you money in the long run but also allows you to enhance clients' experiences. In this increasingly competitive industry and tight economy where clients are both sophisticated and courtesy of such discount providers as Groupon and Living Social have an increasingly wide range of choices as to where to spend their dollars, it is no...
3 Biggest Spa Design Mistakes
March 11, 2008
Here are SpaTrade's top three mistakes in spa design: 1. Acoustics - where many times you can hear what people are talking about in the next room, and separating active and passive, paying and non-paying and keeping the spa treatment areas separate and silent. 2. Mechanical and electrical - that is often forty percent of the budget and you should get it right, you don't want it to be too hot or too cold and client comfort is paramount. 3...
Spa Design Tips from The Experts
September 15, 2005
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. Balance a combination of elements, such as reclaimed woods and other recyclables, textured glass, and metals such as copper and bronze. Bring the Outdoors In: Create a sense of the outdoors indoors by using with waterfalls, bamboo, and stone. Natural elements such as calming waters and meditative gardens intrigue...
