KLAFS: HITTING THE HYDROTHERMAL HEIGHTS

We asked Thorsten Bichler, international sales director at KLAFS, to share three ways that spas can refresh and update their hydrothermal offer

A fixture at the very heart of the spa experience, hydrothermal equipment can offer spa operators a host of opportunities to upsell treatments while also giving guests the freedom to discover the therapeutic benefits of spa in a relaxed, sociable environment.

As an expert in the planning and provision of luxurious, natural hydrothermal experiences, KLAFS specialises in the custom design of exceptional spa spaces. With a global portfolio of commercial and residential clients, including spa and wellness centres, premium hotels, resorts and cruise ships, the German brand creatively combines intuitive design with the latest technology to truly elevate the spa experience.

KLAFS’ international sales director Thorsten Bichler

We asked KLAFS’ international sales director, Thorsten Bichler, for three ways in which spas can best refresh and extend their hydrothermal offer.

“Expand your spa outside with a TALO outdoor sauna to offer rejuvenation with a natural twist.”

Many spa and wellness facilities have indoor space limitations when it comes to expansion. However, outdoor areas and gardens are often not optimally used. We recommend creating an external area that, in addition to an outdoor sauna, may also be shaped to offer guests further relaxation space or even a meditative retreat. Taking your spa outside provides an extraordinary atmosphere due to the fresh air and closeness to nature.

Our multi-functional TALO outdoor sauna has a modular design that means it can be used in a variety of ways within different garden spa settings. Each unit is supplied as a single module that can be used as either an outdoor sauna, a wellness area, a pool or garden house, or simply as an additional relaxation zone.

TALO’s Siberian larch exterior is capable of withstanding all weather conditions and its pine floorboards emit a homely warmth. Large panoramic windows allow great views and the sauna’s hall can be designed either as a closed room or an open veranda. If required, shower areas and rest spaces can also be integrated.

“Let your guests conclude their thermal journey with an invigorating Ice Lounge visit.”

It is well known that cooling down after a sauna session is essential to maximise the positive effects of a heat experience. We have now turned the cool-down process into a striking space with the KLAFS Ice Lounge.

Providing year-round refreshment in a highly contemporary design, our Ice Lounge is an evolution of the snow cabin and offers an ideal post-sauna experience. Featuring backlit acrylic panels, the focal point of the lounge is an illuminated stalagmite ice fountain. Placed in the centre of the lounge, the fountain’s ice blooms gradually grow upwards and can be taken and used by guests to assist their cool down.

A KLAFS Ice Lounge

At a temperature of 16°C the room offers a multi-sensorial experience involving temperature, a delicate ‘ice mint’ scent and an optional extra of Atmosphere by KLAFS – ultra-high resolution screens that show dramatic natural images in slight slow motion, from snow covered mountain peaks to floating ice floes.

“Enrich your spa with the addition of InfraPLUS, a responsive infrared technology that can ease aches and pains.”

Sometimes, the best recipes for wellbeing are the natural ones, such as heat, which helps to enhance guest health and stimulate the metabolism. Local infrared heat can have a positive effect on a wide variety of back issues, such as cramps and tension, as well as wear-related joint pain.

KLAFS offers numerous ways of integrating gentle heat – whether in the sauna itself or in a dedicated infrared area with various heated seats.

InfraPLUS technology strengthens and soothes the body

When guests sit down and lean their back and shoulders against the KLAFS InfraPLUS, heat spreads in a targeted manner to provide a positive effect on the body. Muscles absorb the radiation particularly well, thereby improving blood circulation.

InfraPLUS measures the temperature of the skin remotely during the entire course of the session and uses algorithms to emit the correct intensity of thermal radiation. This protects against burns and ensures the correct and health-boosting use of the device. Thanks to the adjustable backrest, an all-round feel-good experience is guaranteed.

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