Spa Business: Kohler partners with DFL to introduce Klafs wellness products to US and Caribbean
Kohler Co. is poised to strengthen its presence in the wellness industry by introducing Klafs – a renowned German manufacturer of premium sa
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Kohler and Design for Leisure Enter Authorized Dealer Agreement for Sales of KLAFS Products in the USA and Caribbean
As Kohler Co. prepares to launch recently acquired KLAFS – a market-leading manufacturer of saunas, steam rooms, and other hydrothermal well
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Spa Business - Design for Leisure expands leadership team to accommodate surging demand for hydrothermal bathing
Hydrothermal spa and wellness specialist Design for Leisure (DFL) has announced Rony Genders' promotion to company director
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Design for Leisure (DFL) Expands to Accommodate Surging Demand for Commercial and Residential Hydrothermal Bathing
This is an exciting chapter in DFL’s 30+-year history, underscoring our unwavering commitment to the hydrothermal spa and wellness sector"
Expert Insight: Communal Bathing Design Tips
Written by Don Genders, founder & CEO of Design for Leisure . This article originally appeared in chapter four of the “Guide to...
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Tips for Planning and Developing a Thermal Spa
Are you considering remodeling or building an entirely new hydrothermal spa area? Whether you're the project owner/operator/developer or...
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Top 5 Spa & Wellness Bathing Trends in 2024
Learn about the latest spa & wellness hydrothermal trends for 2024!
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Introducing the New & Improved Guide to Hydrothermal Spa & Wellness Development Standards
Increased interest in personal and communal wellness, means that developers, architects, designers, and builders are exploring new ways...
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KOHLER Magazine, No. 7: Water Wellness
A groundswell of interest in water wellness is surging across the U.S., with everything from hydrotherapy to mineral hot springs...
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Bathhouse Basics: Sweat Bathing Practices from Around the World
Ice baths, freezing plunges, wild swimming and cryotherapy might be filling social media feeds, but let’s not forget about all the...
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DFL Marks a Milestone: 20+ Years of Creating Hydrothermal Experiences in the USA
Design for Leisure's team of hydrothermal spa specialists works in partnership with spa owners/operators and architects/designers to...
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New McKinsey Wellness Market Report Shows Why Saunas are Surging in Popularity
McKinsey's 2024 Wellness Market Report reveals a few key reasons why sauna bathing is surging in popularity.
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The Wall Street Journal - Smart Saunas Are Picking Up Steam Around the U.S.
By J.S. Marcus Excerpt: Don Genders, founder and CEO of Design for Leisure, a U.K.-based wellness company with a strong presence in the...
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WellSpa360 - Trend Watch: Touchless Technology
Design for  Leisure is the exclusive sales and installation partner for custom KLAFS saunas in the U.S.
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Trend 2: Wellness ROI Gets Real
In the pandemic’s aftermath, we’re seeing operators, notably Accor, and more recently Marriott, embrace a better understanding of...
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Trend 5: Wellness at Home Goes Pro
Not only are wellness equipment and features a big demand in new residential builds, we’re seeing more and more homeowners want to “go...
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Trend 4: Cold Therapies Continue to Fascinate
There is no better advertisement for the benefits of hot/cold contrast therapy – and by extension hydrothermal bathing – then the filling...
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Trend 3: Hot Springs Are Super Hot
We’re seeing a massive resurrection/renovation of hot springs facilities around the world and a new angle that comes with this trend is...
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Trend 1: Sauna As Art & Entertainment
Along with the exciting social and entertaining aspect of sauna bathing – something that is best reflected in the unstoppable trend of...
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Five Spa & Wellness Trends to Watch in 2023
Design for Leisure's area of expertise - hydrothermal spa and wellness design and building - has experienced huge interest and growth in...
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Spa & Wellness MexiCaribe - Social Wellness & Sauna Aufguss
The hydrothermal sector has experienced huge growth as the world has re-opened post-pandemic.
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WellSpa 360 - Trendwatch
“There’s an incredible momentum for hydrothermal wellness amenities in spas. These areas are being approached with much more focus,...
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Relax and Revitalize in a New Lounger That Gently Sways Users Into a 20-Minute Power Nap
KLAFS launches the SWAY Sleep Lounger, delivering a stylish, comfortable, and laboratory-tested napping solution.
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European Spa Magazine: Expert Guide to Thermal Experiences
Our Expert Guide reveals how
to maximise your thermal suite
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