INTERIOR: AESTHETE SUNSHINE COAST

AESTHETE SUNSHINE COAST

Sometimes, you just know you’re somewhere special, and that’s what it felt like when we visited the newly opened Aesthete Sunshine Coast in QLD’s Maroochydore. While the last few years have seen hundreds of bright, pastel pink and terracotta hued spas open up, Aesthete is darker and moody, with shades of brown, grey, and black dominating, but what makes the place stand out even more is the symbiosis of different organic materials and textures.

I was lucky as we both love design and appreciate different textures and wanted to push the limits.

The black and white Calcutta Marble reception desk is stunning to look at and works so well against the contrast of the dark staircase and light Cypress Pine flooring. The ceilings are high, and the beautiful olive trees that are placed throughout the Medispa make you feel like you’ve just stepped off a vespa somewhere in the Italian countryside.

Owner Janette Irwin wanted to expand her family-owned business, which used to be in Mooloolaba, and worked on the interior with her husband as the builder and supervisor of the project. The husband-and-wife team combined their passion for design, architecture, building and cosmetics to create a luxurious space, that leaves all guests feeling like they have been transported to another world.

“I was lucky as we both love design and appreciate different textures and wanted to push the limits. A cookie cutter style clinic was not an option,” explains Janette. “The interior planning was done off the back of our branding and style guidelines. We wanted the clinic to be something special.”

With four generous treatment rooms and a team of eight, Janette offers injectables, clinical skin treatments, as well as wellness services to her clients, who love the new space.

“Some people are speechless when they walk in, others say they feel like they have been transported to somewhere in the Mediterranean,” says Janette, who couldn’t be happier about her new ‘office’. “I love the whole clinic, each area has its own little feature that makes it special. I just love the overall ambience of the clinic.”

The look and feel of Aesthete was always important to Janette. “It was paramount, the style of the clinic sets us apart from our competition; we wanted to bring something new and create an experience for the people of the Sunshine Coast,” she says. Of course, a big build like this comes with its challenges, and Janette advises anyone planning to build their dream spa or clinic, to allow extra time and budget.

“Planning is the key. Ensure you have a clear idea of your clinic’s branding style and guidelines. Then discuss this with your Architect and Interior Designers. Make sure the layout is functional and allows for a good flow throughout the clinic.” We could definitely feel the “good flow” at Aesthete, a private oasis to relax, rejuvenate, and revitalise.

Facts & Figures

Name: AESTHETE SUNSHINE COAST

Owners: JANETTE IRWIN

Location: MAROOCHYDORE, QLD

Size: 177 m 2

Treatment Rooms: 4

Staff: 8

Interior Inspiration: LUXURIOUS, ORGANIC, ITALIAN