Recovery should be as elegant as it is restorative; that’s the philosophy behind Wellhouse Luxury Saunas, an innovative Canadian luxury sauna company led by owners Bliss Baker and Meredith Pierce.
At Wellhouse, you won’t find cheap panels, flimsy walls, careless trim pieces, or toxic DIY glues – just pure sculpted form and exquisite materials – for people who expect more.
“We wanted to make beautiful saunas for people who love beautiful things,” says Meredith. “We stripped down all superfluous details and simplified the look and feel of the sauna while elevating every detail – and Wellhouse was born.”
Wellhouse began with a simple mission: to create a sauna that matched the design, integrity and craftsmanship of your beautiful home or cottage.
Not just works of art, their saunas are also superb places to recover and rejuvenate.
“You work out, eat clean, take your supplements and track your sleep, and this is how you maintain all your progress,” says Bliss. “It’s not a secret that we are all getting older and you can’t work out if you can’t recover.”
Introducing RivaWellhouse’s newest model, the Riva Striped Sauna, features clean lines, rich contrasting woods, soft lighting, smooth striped benches, and hand-sanded natural finishes that envelop you in quiet luxury. “Your breath slows and the world fades as you reconnect with loved ones.”
Sweet side-effects
While each Wellhouse is beautifully designed, its benefits are far beyond the aesthetic.
Science proves that regular sauna bathing improves circulation, reduces inflammation, reduces the risk of all-cause mortality by 50 percent if used four to seven times per week, and enhances recovery after long days of work or play.
It also promotes deeper sleep, radiant skin, and that unmistakable post-sauna calm that lingers long after you’ve stepped outside.
A new standard
Built to look like they belong at the finest homes and cottages, word of these one-of-a-kind designs has travelled well beyond Muskoka’s lakes.
“We have architects, designers and professional athletes from The Hamptons to West Palm Beach to Los Angeles purchasing and inquiring,” says Meredith. “They say they have never seen anything like our saunas.”
A Wellhouse doesn’t look like an afterthought, she adds. “They are designed to be a focal point in your yard or landscape. A piece of truly functional art.”
Each sauna can be personalised to your needs and wishes. “Want a custom colour, a deeper bench, a larger veranda? Done,” says Meredith.
And because luxury lies in the details, Wellhouse offers white-glove concierge delivery to even the most secluded retreats.
“Whether craned over boathouses or floated by barge across the lake, we care about the details and deliver to you with care, precision, and a touch of Wellhouse magic,” says Bliss.
Experience the craftsmanship firsthand by booking a private appointment at their showrooms in Toronto, Muskoka, The Hamptons, and soon Los Angeles.
“You’re not average. Why settle for an average sauna?”
TEXT SHELANNE AUGUSTINE
PHOTOS ANDREW FEARMAN
