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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Relaxation: A Key Pillar in Wellness Design
We’ve previously outlined that the three key pillars to successful hydrothermal bathing design include heat therapy, cold therapy and...
Latest Trends in Spa Bathing
Design for Leisure is always monitoring the latest trends in spa bathing. Here’s a look at some of the interesting trends happening in 2022
We Need to Talk About "Infrared Saunas"
Savvy sauna marketers in the US created a new category of “fake saunas” that continue to sell like hotcakes because they can be...
Trend: Urban Bathhouses & Wellness Playgrounds
Earlier this month, the Global Wellness Summit (GWS) released its annual wellness trends report, the new directions in wellness...
Event Saunas Come to America
Q&A with Don Genders, Founder & CEO, Design for Leisure, on new “Art of Aufguss” at Las Vegas’ Awana Spa & Wellness at Resorts World
Celebrating 30 Successful Years!
n 1991, Design for Leisure (DFL) began operating in the UK. Our first large-scale projects were for the likes of some prestigious brands...
Essentials Required for Effective Hydrothermal Bathing
Don Genders, Design for Leisure Founder, explains the most important features of a true hydrothermal bathing experience.
Is an In-Home Sauna Right for You?
If you’re wondering if an in-home sauna is right for you, take 20 mins. to watch this interview with Dr. Jari Laukkanen
How to Use Thermal Rooms Safely
DFL has produced an infographic on how to use hydrothermal rooms so guests are sure to get the most out of these evidence-based wellness e
Hydrothermal Trends to Look For Post COVID-19
In January, we put together our annual trends for the hydrothermal industry… little did we know how drastically the world would change!
COVID-19: Hygiene and Cleaning Tips for Hydrothermal Areas
Top Hygiene Tips for Saunas, Steamrooms, etc.
Dr. Berg’s 8 Benefits of Using a Dry Sauna
We’re obviously huge advocates of sauna here at Design for Leisure. Take a moment to watch this quick video...
2020 Hydrothermal Trends to Watch
If you’re looking for the latest happenings in hydrothermal experiences, this is the place!
Spa and Hydrothermal Bathing for Health and Wellness
What does “spa” mean anyway? Many believe that the term originated from the Latin “sanus per aquam,” which translates into...
Cold Contrast Experiences
Cold immersion is an age-old tradition in hydrothermal bathing. The Finnish are among the first known to actively use hot/cold contrast..
Specialty Hydrothermal Treatment Rooms, Equipment, Pools and Experience Showers
A Vichy shower is a horizontal series of showerheads forming a “rain bar” over a waterproof, cushioned table that features drainage on the..
Popular Thermal Bathing Cabins
This blog is designed to help you navigate some of the more popular hydrothermal areas in both commercial and residential wellness areas...
“Taking the Waters” – A Brief History of Hydrothermal Bathing
For thousands of years, we’ve been harnessing the cleansing and healing power of water and heat through hydrothermal treatments.
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