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Relaxation: A Key Pillar in Wellness Design
We’ve previously outlined that the three key pillars to successful hydrothermal bathing design include heat therapy, cold therapy and...
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Design for Leisure Expands to Meet Surging Demand for Saunas and European-inspired Thermal Bathing
The hydrothermal design and build specialists have added more designers, project managers and support staff to better serve clients
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Sauna-Aid Brings Hope to Ukrainians this New Year
At this time of year, we at Design for Leisure like to show our gratitude for all the support the industry has given us during our 30+...
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Let it Snow! There's No Better Time to Bring Snow into the Spa.
Cold is very very hot when it comes to health and wellness. The long-revered practice of going from heat to cold has finally made its way...
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Spa Opportunities: DFL launches event sauna services and sauna aufguss training for US & UK markets
Hydrothermal spa and wellness specialist Design for Leisure (DFL) has unveiled a new Event Sauna Services programme in a bid to better accom
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DFL Launches Event Sauna Services and World-Class Sauna Aufguss Training for USA and UK Markets
Design for Leisure (DFL), award-winning hydrothermal spa and wellness specialists, today announced a new comprehensive Event Sauna Services
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What Features Are Important When Planning a Home Spa?
Why hot/cold contrast therapy and relaxation is key to bringing true wellness into your home. If you're reading this, you probably...
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Hotel Executive: Trend Watch: Thermal Bathing More Popular Than Ever
By Casssandra Cavanah Founder, Cavanah Communications Hotels and resorts have long led the charge when it comes to creating beautiful,...
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Well Spa 360: The Art of Sauna Aufguss
By Cassandra Cavanah In Europe, sauna isn’t typically a solo pursuit. Rather, spending time in the dry heat of the Finnish sauna is an...
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Traditional Finnish Sauna VS Infrared - What's the Deal?
The differences between true Finnish sauna "sweat bathing" and infrared heat therapy might surprise you! So you're ready to add a sauna,...
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Latest Trends in Spa Bathing
Design for Leisure is always monitoring the latest trends in spa bathing. Here’s a look at some of the interesting trends happening in 2022
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Make a DFL Custom KLAFS Sauna Your Destination!
Discover best-in-class KLAFS saunas at 5-star spa resorts throughout North America, designed by Design for Leisure. The Standard Spa in...
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We Need to Talk About "Infrared Saunas"
Savvy sauna marketers in the US created a new category of “fake saunas” that continue to sell like hotcakes because they can be...
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Trend: Urban Bathhouses & Wellness Playgrounds
Earlier this month, the Global Wellness Summit (GWS) released its annual wellness trends report, the new directions in wellness...
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Event Saunas Come to America
Q&A with Don Genders, Founder & CEO, Design for Leisure, on new “Art of Aufguss” at Las Vegas’ Awana Spa & Wellness at Resorts World
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Celebrating 30 Successful Years!
In 1991, Design for Leisure (DFL) began operating in the UK. Our first large-scale projects were for the likes of some prestigious brands...
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Essentials Required for Effective Hydrothermal Bathing
Don Genders, Design for Leisure Founder, explains the most important features of a true hydrothermal bathing experience.
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Sauna in the Summer
Voluntarily sweating in the summer? It may sound unusual, but it’s very beneficial. Because sweating regularly strengthens your...
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Wellness at Home by KLAFS USA Launches
KLAFS, the leading manufacturer of saunas and thermal experiences sold worldwide, and its exclusive US distributor, Design for Leisure, have
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German Sauna Maker KLAFS Joins the North American Sauna Society with U.S.-based Partner DFL
As “COVID interest” in sauna use continues to surge, new manufacturer member enables organization to extend its educational efforts
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Is an In-Home Sauna Right for You?
If you’re wondering if an in-home sauna is right for you, take 20 mins. to watch this interview with Dr. Jari Laukkanen
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How to Use Thermal Rooms Safely
DFL has produced an infographic on how to use hydrothermal rooms so guests are sure to get the most out of these evidence-based wellness e
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Hydrothermal Trends to Look For Post COVID-19
In January, we put together our annual trends for the hydrothermal industry… little did we know how drastically the world would change!
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