Some like it hot: SPA Deluxe

As more and more saunas move from the basement into the great outdoors, German wellness specialist SPA Deluxe is the expert guide on this hot new garden trend.

By Barbara Jahn-Rösel and Spa Deluxe

May 5, 2021 | 10:00 pm CUT

Healthy and relaxed all year round. The robust Arti sauna from Auroom offers relaxation 365 days a year – even when the snow is deep on the ground and it’s freezing cold. The view is all the more beautiful when it is nice and warm inside

First, it was the whirlpool. Now it’s the sauna’s turn to claim its place in the garden and follow in the footsteps of its original Finnish forerunners. Today, this popular traditional source of revitalisation and energy from the far north is found the world over, and increasingly swapping its previous location tucked away in the cellar or attic for a place in the sun.

SPA Deluxe from Senden in Germany, attends to the beautiful things in life – including the aesthetic liberation and upgrade of the sauna. In addition to saunas and whirlpools, the company offers just about everything that does the human spirit good when it comes to relaxation and quality design. In addition to premium swim spas and whirlpools, the company also supplies matching furniture and accessories from renowned outdoor manufacturers to comprehensively round off your personal wellness programme.

A particular area of focus is the garden sauna, a trend that’s enjoying ever greater popularity. With the compact and simply designed Arti sauna from Auroom, SPA Deluxe offers a product in which all five senses come into play. Smartly conceived, modern design and comfortable spacious seating and lounging areas invite you to luxuriate in the sauna while enjoying the surrounding nature through its large thermally insulated window and door. To further intensify this proximity to nature, only Nordic woods from Finland and Estonia are used for the Arti sauna – and with good reason.

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This popular traditional source of revitalisation and energy from the far north is found the world over, and increasingly swapping its previous location tucked away in the cellar or attic for a place in the sun

‘In contrast to wood varieties from the larger German forest zones, the wood from trees in the far north are more robust, but also more fine-pored due to the climatic weather conditions. Not to mention the unmistakable scent that’s emitted, creating the classic sauna feeling,’ explains Jochen Beckhaus, SPA Deluxe expert. ‘In addition to alder, ash, hemlock, red cedar and other local fir types, it’s mainly Nordic spruce, also known as “polar spruce” – that’s ideally used in sauna construction. The narrow annual rings in Nordic woods and consistently light colour tone make this wood variety a good choice.’

The Arti sauna by Auroom – itself made of sustainable materials – invites nature in with its large thermal windows, offering a special sense of freedom with views to the outside that’s hard to beat

But this rejuvenating luxury with a compact footprint can do even more: the Arti sauna from Auroom is equipped with impressive technical refinements. All classic sauna types are choreographed via a digital control element, and of course, a thermo- and hygrometer are included, plus the requisite hourglass with a 15-minute running time, comfortable cushions and a designer-created pail with ladle. Another highlight is a Bluetooth system compatible with all high-quality audio systems, with speakers invisibly mounted underneath the bench for an atmosphere of musical well-being. For the obligatory post-sauna cool down, there’s a small illuminated terrace in front of the cabin where you can breathe in some fresh air – protected from the elements.

The Arti sauna lets users control all elements of the classic sauna digitally. It has a Bluetooth system for music, it’s cushions offer enhanced comfort and, with hygrometer and hourglass, it also reminds users when it’s time to raise some steam

With SPA Deluxe, relaxation begins long before the first sauna session – especially for architects and garden designers, who can work with the SPA Deluxe team of experts when planning the preliminary work for garden saunas, such as laying the installation lines during the development phase of a project. In addition, the company offers an ‘all-inclusive’ package with its premium service option. This covers technical consulting, delivery and assembly, professional connection as well as commissioning and – if drive-up access isn’t feasible – even the organisation of a crane to position the new outdoor sauna in its intended place, whether that’s in the garden or on the roof terrace. SPA Deluxe is there for you as a competent guide and support from the initial idea to the first gush of water over the stones.

Steam with fragrance. Whether it's the essential oils or the pleasantly familiar smell of wood, the feeling of well-being is pre-programmed. The aromas unfold fully, especially when using an evaporator bowl integrated into the stove

And thus, the full-fledged wellness experience of heat and steam in the garden sauna becomes a reality. Adding your favourite herbs and scents makes the year-round beauty and wellness programme complete. And for many years to come, because the Arti garden sauna from Auroom has already been thoroughly tested for longevity in the far north amidst abundant snow and low temperatures. So, with the external conditions just right, and users able to control their own personal luxury settings at the touch of a button, wouldn’t it be a pity to keep all this hidden down in the basement?

Some like it hot: SPA Deluxe

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