Guided by the philosophy, ‘your ultimate wellness companion’, the project creates an inclusive environment for recovery, connection and wellbeing. A carefully balanced mix of communal and private spaces was refined through iterative testing to achieve operational and commercial viability while maintaining design quality within budget.
The project delivers a holistic wellness journey shaped by four principles - Grounded, Balanced, Elevated and Rejuvenate. User journey mapping informed the planning and flow of spaces, creating an intuitive sequence that supports arrival, connection, immersion and recovery. The layout balances communal and private experiences, forming a clear and welcoming environment that promotes wellbeing, fosters community and encourages return visits.
A strong alignment between the O-Studio mission and our design approach established a clear and collaborative foundation for design and delivery.
The design balances shared and private experiences, incorporating arrival and reception, a communal sauna with plunge pools and ice baths, private treatment rooms for float, redlight and massage therapies, and supporting change, shower and relaxation lounge facilities.
A restrained palette of earthy tones, natural finishes and layered textures creates a calm, grounded atmosphere. Textured surfaces, soft lighting and carefully detailed joinery enhance immersion, while features such as the backlit Himalayan salt wall and greenstone-inspired tiles establish a strong wellness identity. Subtle shifts in tone, texture and light guide movement and support a restorative experience.
We’re proud of the cohesive outcome, particularly given the extremely condensed programme and the technical complexity of the services and equipment involved. It was incredibly rewarding to see how happy the staff were when we visited, and to hear the overwhelmingly positive feedback.
