Private Spaces Are All About Zen-Factor
Bathing was an essential routine in ancient life that restored not just physical health, but also mental and spiritual balance. Greeks and Romans are famous for their large, communal bathhouses, richly decorated with mosaics, frescoes, and marble. Frequenting the bath houses to enjoy a combination of warm, hot, and cold rooms was a way of life.
But in the modern world, bathing remained primarily focused on hygiene rather than leisure or luxury. The concept of experiential bathing didn’t really reemerge in home design until the 1980s. Higher-end homes began to feature bathrooms with large soaking tubs and whirlpools as symbols of comfort and status.
left: With a focus on health and wellness, ThermaSol includes relaxation apps such as Calm and Chakra Meditation as well as preset tranquility scenes. ThermaTouch2 controls are powered by AndroidTM technology and allow internet access through WiFi or an ethernet connections.
With the minimalist movement, freestanding deep soaking tubs became a bathroom focal point. Bathing was no longer an opulent luxury. Instead, the bathroom was an epicenter of the home sanctuary, a quiet retreat from the complexities of the modern world.
The Wellness Movement: Bathing is About Rejuvenation and Detoxification
Showers in a wellness-focused home incorporate hydrotherapy. Varying water pressure and temperature to relieve stress, soothe muscles, and improve circulation. And rainfall showerheads and handheld sprayers of mimick the calming effect of natural rainfall or the invigorating pressure of a massage. Built-in waterproof sound systems or chromotherapy and aromatherapy features turn a regular morning routine into a spa-like experience.
Steam showers merge luxury and eco-friendliness, providing a relaxing destination to unwind after a long day of work. And they use much less water than traditional showers while offering similar cleansing benefits.
A doorless shower design can elevate a bathroom while freeing up space, allowing the room to appear larger. Or design an entire bathroom space as a wet room designed for water exposure without causing damage to any of the design elements. And by eliminating thresholds, both options are perfect for homeowners with disabilities or those looking to age in place.
right: Airmada’s revolutionary AirPocket Door, a slide-in shower door designed to replace a traditional swinging shower door, traps heat and humidity in the shower area. The AirJet Shower Drying System eliminates the concern of mold and mildew. And because humidity is expelled from the air and walls, no harsh chemicals are required to clean the tile, door or floor.
As we reconnect with the outdoors and prioritize spaces that promote both physical and mental health, we are not just following a modern trend. Wellness-focused homes echo the harmonious ways of life that sustained humanity centuries ago.
