Hill Cross Furniture have supplied a number of luxury spas with lounge and reception furniture, including Imagine Spas and Rockcliffe Hall. Here we discuss what to consider when planning spa interiors and why it is essential that the correct furniture is chosen for reception and lounge areas.
If you are a fan of spa days yourself you’ll know how valuable the time and relaxation is. If done well spa days can rejuvenate and provide a day of peace in often an otherwise non-stop modern life. The word ‘spa’ is thought to come from the pre-historic practice of travelling to hot or cold springs in the hope of improving health or curing ailments and this practice of water therapy, whether it be with jacuzzis, steam rooms or saunas, along with beauty and massage treatments are generally what comprise a ‘spa day’.
The ambience at a spa is achieved by not only the treatments on offer but the interior and use of space. A spa may have the most fantastic masseuse but if the lounge area and catering facilities are below par the customers feeling of tranquillity is soon spoilt.
In order to achieve a lasting sense of peace and relaxation the interior furnishings of the spa should be as high quality as the treatments and facilities on offer. If your spa is within a hotel, it may be tempting to use the same furniture theme throughout the spa lounge and reception area, however this may not be the most suitable solution.
The comfort of a chair can be credited to the support it provides and maximum support can be achieved through upholstery and the way in which the chair sculpts the body, in particular the lumbar region. Deep upholstered chairs with padded back support are a firm choice for spa customers as are Lloyd Loom inspired designs such as the The Lotus Curvy Tub Chair. Imagine Spa in Knaresborough, part of a national chain of popular luxury spas chose a combination of traditional Lloyd Loom chairs and sofas and the Oregon 2, a deep upholstered side chair.