Loessspa Massage & Spa | China

Serene atmosphere

The project’s design is based on the red bricks of Chiang Mai’s ancient city wall, Lanna, as well as an array of water features and vegetation that echo the area’s tropical scenery.

Design Aesthetic

Chiang Mai is the origin of Thai ancient massage and spa, thus becoming the overall inspiration for the design aesthetic. The space is dominated by earthly tones, where natural materials such as red bricks, thin rock slabs, terrazzo, red fabrics and red antique tiles are all blended in the same colour palette, paying homage to the ancient city of Lanna.

Additionally, a variety of herbs and utensils, rattan furniture and screen partitions, Chiang Mai’s local wood carvings, linen-dyed hanging curtains as well as water lamps and tropical plans contribute to the peaceful and scenic atmosphere.

Functional Layout

The entrance serves as a waiting area, completely isolated from the noisy sounds of the outdoor street, leading to a lounge and seating space with an impressive view towards the city. In parallel, a footpath leads to a courtyard complimented by water elements and tropical plants, transforming it into a timeless, ancient garden. The ground floor also includes a pool made of red brick, further separating the serene interior from the bustling streets as well as a massage room and spa separated from the rest of the space through heavy curtains. Finally, a small staircase leads to the outdoor terrace, where visitors can enjoy the breathtaking views of the city.

Custom Structures

A series of custom structures such as transparent glass, mirrors, heavy-curtains and semi-blinds as well as the different textures used for the flooring and the soft artificial lighting deliberately create sensory illusions, providing a sense of privacy and security, encouraging visitors to lose themselves in the environment and focus on a journey of introspection.