ABOUT ME

My portfolio of projects covers the past 10 years, positioned at the forefront of the emerging UK sauna scene.

I now consult around sauna start-up and design, and run a variety of sauna trainings to support sauna masters and sauna operators to create amazing sauna experiences.

My research into sauna culture informs both the design and use of my projects and I speak with passion, inspiring others to expand their concept of what sauna can be and to begin their own sauna journeys.

I could be described as a sauna geek, or sauna expert. My friends call me the Sauna Queen. 

I specialise in creating experiences, whilst considering the wider facilities that complete the experience (cool down/water experiences/relaxation areas etc) along with ensuring design of spaces is fit for purpose.

With skills, proven track record and business knowledge in place to get projects off the ground smoothly and efficiently.

I am extensively connected in the UK & international wellness and spa industry, and am forging strong connections with wisdom keepers in the ancient arts of bathing and ritual.

My favourite place to be is at my Wild Spa Wowo, bathing in nature with friends.

TRAININGS - Connection & Ritual

I am confident when I say I am at the cutting edge of modern bathing culture in the UK.
 
Since embarking on this sauna adventure, I have travelled, researched and connected to a wide network of sauna and health practitioners.  
Thermal contrast bathing as a health practice, alongside the more esoteric ritual, self-care and community elements of sauna bathing - have captured my heart - and I inspire others to follow this path.  

Over the past 8 years I have hosted bath masters from across Europe to share their knowledge & skills with the UK audience. I've created events, online talks and meet-ups to inspire the UK audience to expand their knowledge and creativity in the sauna space.  

It seems the UK audience has an appetite for expanding their experience of the sauna. Not a surprise, when you experience how it can create community, differentiate a spa offering and enhance the sauna experience.  

I now host regular sauna courses, and these are continually expanding in size and theme.  See the Training Page for more details

DESIGN & BUILD - Experience & Use

As a way to start-up on a budget, I built and designed each of my saunas and spa areas.
I enjoy the process so much I now consult and have project managed the build of 15  individuals and companies, it's part of the work I do to bring quality bathing experiences to the UK.

Passion and knowledge underpin a strong design and high technical specification using carefully chosen materials.
International research into different bathing cultures informs my design process, with a wide range of professional connections and a deep understanding of sauna practices and rituals. With an eye for detail, understanding of materials and interest in innovation, I bring something new and improved to each project.

My experience running spas and hosting sauna rituals means I am well versed in all angles of use so can bring fantastic functionality to the design and layout.

My latest build experiments for Wild Spa Wowo were to create a 'forest room' steamy hangout space, bringing light and nature to the hot room, and a unique clay-lined Pirtis room - a gorgeous cocooned private sauna space.