The spa’s pool has indoor and outdoor access / Photo: Nicolas Matheus
Hospitality group Loisium Wine and Spa Hotels has opened a new four-star spa hotel perched upon a hill in France’s Champagne region.
With two existing locations in Austria, the group’s vision involves creating properties which fuse modern architecture, wellness, wine experiences and relaxation.
The latest addition to the portfolio is Loisium Wine and Spa Hotel Champagne – a property developed by SAT Manager (Artec Groupe) and inspired by the natural beauty of the region, overlooking vine-covered hills and forests.
Architecture and interior design firm Studio Jouin Manku was appointed to design and deliver the 101-room property and its 1,000sq m spa in Mutigny.
The studio was keen to divert from the sense of opulence typically associated with champagne and instead conceptualise a raw and honest homage to the work that goes into creating the beverage.
Upon entering the wood-clad property, guests are welcomed by a large open fireplace and access to the spa is via a dramatic staircase anchored by a floor-to-ceiling light sculpture designed to mimic champagne bubbles.
The spa area is decorated with a pallet of natural materials and populated with cosy nooks and bright colours intended to bring nature indoors. Large glass-fronted areas also reveal expansive views of the forest and vineyards, while four alcoves offer exclusivity and privacy.
Interiors mirror the terroir In an ode to Champagne, the Loisium spa features chalk-toned renders on the walls and vertical surfaces to replicate the particular soil characteristics typical to the province. Blue slate-coloured floor ceramics complete the facility in another subtle nod to the terroir.
“Our project is a mix of simple pleasures and sparkle,” says Sanjit Manku, architect, associate partner and co-founder of Studio Jouin Manku.
The design team felt the building’s purpose is to promote the diversity and beauty of the Champagne area.
“The design carefully navigates the site’s natural attributes while the interior design scheme is both functional, natural, yet stylish.”
Guests are invited to visit the spa’s pool that traverses the building – with both indoor and outdoor access – as well as a spa bar, Finnish sauna, sanarium and a steam bath supplied by Klafs.
Alternatively, they can recline outdoors on the spa’s terrace or sunbathing area.
The menu offers treatments by herbal brand Saint Charles Apothecary, including massages, scrubs, facials and signature Loisium rituals. The brand is a long-term partner of Loisium and is partnered with its two other spas.
Guests can also find the apothecary-inspired products as amenities in their rooms, as well as in the spa’s retail boutique.
Additional facilities at Loisium Wine and Spa Hotel Champagne include two distinct dining experiences and multiple conference spaces.
Photo: Benoit Linero
"Our project is a mix of simple pleasures and sparkle" – Sanjit Manku
Read more from this issue of Attractions Management magazine
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Editor's letter: Salus per natura
Although great buildings lie at the heart of the spa and wellness experience, operators are turning to nature to deliver healing journeys, says Liz Terry
Spa People: Thierry Malleret
We talk to the economist behind Monthly Barometer about key trends emerging in the wellness sector, such as a greater connection with nature
Spa People: Verena Lasvigne
The founder of VLF Spa Consulting shares her learnings from a career running spas on three continents
Spa People: Kim Weller
The wellbeing director of Banyan Tree tells us about the rollout of the company's new brand, Veya – for mind/body wellness
New opening: Loisium Spa
A look at the new luxurious spa situated at the heart of France's celebrated Champagne region
Interview: Neil Jacobs
The CEO of Six Senses talks about creating an eco-system around the brand to deliver hotels, clubs, residential, offices and resorts
Project preview: Next generation wellness
We take our first look at Tulah, the new clinical wellness retreat brand about to make its debut in Kerala, India, and speak to its CEO
ISPA Research: Rate of recovery
Russell Donaldson digs deeper into ISPA's 2022 US Spa Industry Study and considers the industry's resurgence since the end of pandemic lockdowns
Sponsored: Gharieni: Delivering results
Innovation is the hallmark of Gharieni experiences, meeting the rapidly
evolving needs of wellness seekers within the spa and wellness environment
New opening: Lanserhof Sylt
Lisa Starr reports on the industry's eagerly awaited wellness experience – nestled within sand dunes on the German island of Sylt
Healing: Emotional rescue
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Promotion: TechnoAlpin: Powerful contrast
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Concept: Soneva Soul
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The spa’s pool has indoor and outdoor access / Photo: Nicolas Matheus
Hospitality group Loisium Wine and Spa Hotels has opened a new four-star spa hotel perched upon a hill in France’s Champagne region.
With two existing locations in Austria, the group’s vision involves creating properties which fuse modern architecture, wellness, wine experiences and relaxation.
The latest addition to the portfolio is Loisium Wine and Spa Hotel Champagne – a property developed by SAT Manager (Artec Groupe) and inspired by the natural beauty of the region, overlooking vine-covered hills and forests.
Architecture and interior design firm Studio Jouin Manku was appointed to design and deliver the 101-room property and its 1,000sq m spa in Mutigny.
The studio was keen to divert from the sense of opulence typically associated with champagne and instead conceptualise a raw and honest homage to the work that goes into creating the beverage.
Upon entering the wood-clad property, guests are welcomed by a large open fireplace and access to the spa is via a dramatic staircase anchored by a floor-to-ceiling light sculpture designed to mimic champagne bubbles.
The spa area is decorated with a pallet of natural materials and populated with cosy nooks and bright colours intended to bring nature indoors. Large glass-fronted areas also reveal expansive views of the forest and vineyards, while four alcoves offer exclusivity and privacy.
Interiors mirror the terroir In an ode to Champagne, the Loisium spa features chalk-toned renders on the walls and vertical surfaces to replicate the particular soil characteristics typical to the province. Blue slate-coloured floor ceramics complete the facility in another subtle nod to the terroir.
“Our project is a mix of simple pleasures and sparkle,” says Sanjit Manku, architect, associate partner and co-founder of Studio Jouin Manku.
The design team felt the building’s purpose is to promote the diversity and beauty of the Champagne area.
“The design carefully navigates the site’s natural attributes while the interior design scheme is both functional, natural, yet stylish.”
Guests are invited to visit the spa’s pool that traverses the building – with both indoor and outdoor access – as well as a spa bar, Finnish sauna, sanarium and a steam bath supplied by Klafs.
Alternatively, they can recline outdoors on the spa’s terrace or sunbathing area.
The menu offers treatments by herbal brand Saint Charles Apothecary, including massages, scrubs, facials and signature Loisium rituals. The brand is a long-term partner of Loisium and is partnered with its two other spas.
Guests can also find the apothecary-inspired products as amenities in their rooms, as well as in the spa’s retail boutique.
Additional facilities at Loisium Wine and Spa Hotel Champagne include two distinct dining experiences and multiple conference spaces.
Photo: Benoit Linero
"Our project is a mix of simple pleasures and sparkle" – Sanjit Manku
Read more from this issue of Attractions Management magazine
View contents of Attractions Management 2022 issue 3
Editor's letter: Salus per natura
Although great buildings lie at the heart of the spa and wellness experience, operators are turning to nature to deliver healing journeys, says Liz Terry
Spa People: Thierry Malleret
We talk to the economist behind Monthly Barometer about key trends emerging in the wellness sector, such as a greater connection with nature
Spa People: Verena Lasvigne
The founder of VLF Spa Consulting shares her learnings from a career running spas on three continents
Spa People: Kim Weller
The wellbeing director of Banyan Tree tells us about the rollout of the company's new brand, Veya – for mind/body wellness
New opening: Loisium Spa
A look at the new luxurious spa situated at the heart of France's celebrated Champagne region
Interview: Neil Jacobs
The CEO of Six Senses talks about creating an eco-system around the brand to deliver hotels, clubs, residential, offices and resorts
Project preview: Next generation wellness
We take our first look at Tulah, the new clinical wellness retreat brand about to make its debut in Kerala, India, and speak to its CEO
ISPA Research: Rate of recovery
Russell Donaldson digs deeper into ISPA's 2022 US Spa Industry Study and considers the industry's resurgence since the end of pandemic lockdowns
Sponsored: Gharieni: Delivering results
Innovation is the hallmark of Gharieni experiences, meeting the rapidly
evolving needs of wellness seekers within the spa and wellness environment
New opening: Lanserhof Sylt
Lisa Starr reports on the industry's eagerly awaited wellness experience – nestled within sand dunes on the German island of Sylt
Healing: Emotional rescue
As people increasingly seek support for their emotional wellbeing, Jane Kitchen talks to the operators who are digging deeper to deliver genuine transformation
Promotion: TechnoAlpin: Powerful contrast
Spa clients can enjoy super-cool relaxation and pain-relief at Sächsische Staatsbäder in Bad Brambach thanks to a TechnoAlpin SnowRoom
Concept: Soneva Soul
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