Matrix Fitness partner with first purpose-built wellness retreat in the uk
The Glass House, in Essex, has been designed from scratch and
built by industry experts from the ground up. It’s a visionary retreat,
with an all-inclusive approach to detoxing, health and wellness
The Glass House was purpose-built to deliver a bespoke retreat experience
The concept was the creation of family-run construction company, Jarvis Development Group, which has successfully ventured into the spa and hospitality market with this innovative architectural creation, complemented by eco-friendly solar panels, a ground source heat pump and rain water recycling technology.
Russell Jarvis, from The Glass House comments: “The Glass House began as a passion project for Joy, our mother, who has been visiting wellness retreats for years. Whilst her experiences were always inspiring, she felt there was room for improvement – many sites were a bit pushed for space and had limited facilities.”
“Other retreats are converted or renovated buildings, they have to use the space as best they can and are therefore restricted in their design. Being able to plan The Glass House Wellness Retreat from scratch has allowed us to create an impressive building not only of architectural significance, but also purpose-built to deliver a premium, bespoke retreat experience.”
Nestled in seven acres of countryside just an hour outside of London, facilities include a heated leisure pool, a Cryotherapy chamber, a spa and salt block sauna, eight treatment rooms, a communal lounge and dining area, a large fitness studio and a fully loaded gym.
“The gym is at the core of the Glass House experience.” Russell continues. “With the help of Matrix Fitness, we have created a hyper-versatile fitness suite, offering visitors everything they need for a full body workout. Our entire design has been carefully considered so it was vital that we partnered with an equipment supplier who could give us state-of-the-art equipment, optimised to give our members the best results.”
The install included Matrix 3xe cardio gym equipment with intuitive app-based interfaces and touchscreen displays, Matrix Versa Duels, a range of pin loaded resistance machines that incorporate advanced biomechanics for a natural, smooth, efficient workout experience, and the Matrix Connexus columns were installed in both the gym and in the studio to provide the best in functional training and built-in-storage solutions. The gym also incorporates Matrix Fitness lifestyle graphics on the walls.
Nigel Tapping, head of Sales – Hospitality Sector at Matrix Fitness adds: “The Glass House Wellness Retreat is an exciting tailor-made, eco-friendly build. A project built from concept to completion that has been thought through with the end users experience in mind at every step.
Premium fitness suites and versatile gym designs are playing an increasingly vital role in the spa and hospitality sector and it has been fantastic to collaborate with the Jarvis family to provide a cutting-edge fitness experience to its visitors.”
To find out more about The Glass House Wellness Retreat visit www.glasshouseretreat.co.uk or to learn about how Matrix Fitness can transform your fitness experience visit www.matrixfitness.co.uk
Read more from this issue of Attractions Management magazine
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Editor's letter: Time to shine
As spas reach peak revenues, now’s the time for our industry to act as a catalyst in working out how we measure the impact of an experience and the ‘return on wellness’ says Spa Business' editor Katie Barnes
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If you want to deliver a hot and cold experience as part of your wellness programme, adding a snowroom will introduce a delightful and more gentle form of cold therapy, as Sara Brenninger explains
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Promotional feature: The Wellness
Investing in children’s facilities gives a spa and wellness offering a competitive edge, as well as helping the next generation achieve their potential, explains Mohammed Ibrahim, CEO of industry design and consultancy practice, The Wellness
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Matrix Fitness partner with first purpose-built wellness retreat in the uk
The Glass House, in Essex, has been designed from scratch and
built by industry experts from the ground up. It’s a visionary retreat,
with an all-inclusive approach to detoxing, health and wellness
The Glass House was purpose-built to deliver a bespoke retreat experience
The concept was the creation of family-run construction company, Jarvis Development Group, which has successfully ventured into the spa and hospitality market with this innovative architectural creation, complemented by eco-friendly solar panels, a ground source heat pump and rain water recycling technology.
Russell Jarvis, from The Glass House comments: “The Glass House began as a passion project for Joy, our mother, who has been visiting wellness retreats for years. Whilst her experiences were always inspiring, she felt there was room for improvement – many sites were a bit pushed for space and had limited facilities.”
“Other retreats are converted or renovated buildings, they have to use the space as best they can and are therefore restricted in their design. Being able to plan The Glass House Wellness Retreat from scratch has allowed us to create an impressive building not only of architectural significance, but also purpose-built to deliver a premium, bespoke retreat experience.”
Nestled in seven acres of countryside just an hour outside of London, facilities include a heated leisure pool, a Cryotherapy chamber, a spa and salt block sauna, eight treatment rooms, a communal lounge and dining area, a large fitness studio and a fully loaded gym.
“The gym is at the core of the Glass House experience.” Russell continues. “With the help of Matrix Fitness, we have created a hyper-versatile fitness suite, offering visitors everything they need for a full body workout. Our entire design has been carefully considered so it was vital that we partnered with an equipment supplier who could give us state-of-the-art equipment, optimised to give our members the best results.”
The install included Matrix 3xe cardio gym equipment with intuitive app-based interfaces and touchscreen displays, Matrix Versa Duels, a range of pin loaded resistance machines that incorporate advanced biomechanics for a natural, smooth, efficient workout experience, and the Matrix Connexus columns were installed in both the gym and in the studio to provide the best in functional training and built-in-storage solutions. The gym also incorporates Matrix Fitness lifestyle graphics on the walls.
Nigel Tapping, head of Sales – Hospitality Sector at Matrix Fitness adds: “The Glass House Wellness Retreat is an exciting tailor-made, eco-friendly build. A project built from concept to completion that has been thought through with the end users experience in mind at every step.
Premium fitness suites and versatile gym designs are playing an increasingly vital role in the spa and hospitality sector and it has been fantastic to collaborate with the Jarvis family to provide a cutting-edge fitness experience to its visitors.”
To find out more about The Glass House Wellness Retreat visit www.glasshouseretreat.co.uk or to learn about how Matrix Fitness can transform your fitness experience visit www.matrixfitness.co.uk
Read more from this issue of Attractions Management magazine
View contents of Attractions Management 2020 issue 1
Editor's letter: Time to shine
As spas reach peak revenues, now’s the time for our industry to act as a catalyst in working out how we measure the impact of an experience and the ‘return on wellness’ says Spa Business' editor Katie Barnes
Promotional feature: TechnoAlpin
If you want to deliver a hot and cold experience as part of your wellness programme, adding a snowroom will introduce a delightful and more gentle form of cold therapy, as Sara Brenninger explains
Trends: Spa Foresight™
Climate emergency, gen alpha and brain optimisation are among Spa Business’ latest trend predictions
Promotional feature: The Wellness
Investing in children’s facilities gives a spa and wellness offering a competitive edge, as well as helping the next generation achieve their potential, explains Mohammed Ibrahim, CEO of industry design and consultancy practice, The Wellness
Promotional feature: RKF Luxury Linen
As a symbol of luxury, innovation and quality in the world of spa and hospitality, much of RKF Luxury Linen’s success comes from its highly client-centric design process, says CEO Riadh Bouaziz
Design: Heat of the moment
From giant golden eggs and converted ski lifts to rustic, hand-crafted huts, we showcase the latest in heat experience design and innovations
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that measure 65,000sq m, will be the largest bathing and wellbeing attraction in the world once
complete, according to prof David Russell, CEO of Therme UK.
Efteling has opened Hooghmoed, a new family drop tower designed to broaden the appeal of its
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planned resort in Bedford are emerging as part of a wider transformation of the Oxford–
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Shedd Aquarium has opened the Immersion Theater developed in partnership with SimEx-
Iwerks, as part of a wider strategy to enhance the guest experience and create additional
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The UK government has announced a temporary reduction in VAT on visitor attractions and
children’s meals as part of a summer cost-of-living support package designed to stimulate the
visitor economy and encourage family days out.
As designer Yinka Ilori prepares for his first solo gallery show in London, he speaks exclusively
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The government of Thailand is exploring plans for a THB300bn (£6.3bn, US$8.3bn)
entertainment complex in the country’s Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), with officials
proposing a large-scale theme park and sports destination as part of a broader tourism and
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An opportunity to reimagine one of the UK’s most recognisable towers has been formally
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