Global interior designer Kelly Hoppen has taken to the seas by creating a 22,000sq ft (2,044sq m) nature-inspired spa and on-board accommodation for the new the Celebrity Edge cruise line.
Hoppen, whose career spans four decades, is known for her subtle “east meets west style based on clean lines and neutral tones blended with warmth and opulence”. She’s put her stamp on the home, yachts and jets of private clients around the world and now focuses on commercial projects including restaurants, bars, hotels – and spas.
“The spa has always been a sacred space to me. As a young girl, I always dreamt of designing my very own spa and Celebrity Edge proved to be the perfect outlet for living out my dreams,” she says.
“A spa is a place where one goes to relax and be pampered, so for me The Spa on Celebrity Edge had to be neutral in palette and complementary lighting, evokes a sense of calmness. Every aspect of the design is meaningful to me; from the dramatic crystal installation – which was inspired by the qualities that crystals have had on my life – to the imposing and dramatic, yet Zen sculpture acting as a reception desk.”
Natural elements are infused into the experience through a SEA - sea, earth and air – concept. The Thermal Suite, with eight heat experiences, for example, boasts a salt room, rainfall water therapy room, float room and crystalarium.
Meanwhile, a Hot Mineral Body Boost, Zero Gravity Wellness Massage and Thousand Flower Detox Wrap are some of the signature offerings. There’s a huge range of 124 treatments available.
Elemis Biotec facials are also on the menu and the company has created an Elemis Ingredient Wall which gives insights into the science and natural ingredients behind its products as well as acting as a retail concept.
Gharieni has supplied specialist treatment beds including the Spa Wave MLW Amphibia Table which features water-filled cushions to adapt to guests’ anatomy, as well as customisable colour therapy lighting.
A medi-spa, Kerastase hair salon and fitness centre offering Bungee Fit and Fitness on Demand virtual workout classes complete the spa.
Glenn Fusfield, president and CEO, One Spa World, which will operate the spa says: “We’ve created a concept that not only evolves spa and wellness but sets the new standard.”
Based in Florida, Celebrity Edge will make her maiden voyage in December with initial cruises around the Caribbean. It’s owned by Celebrity Cruises which has a fleet of 12 ships plus another three being built.
Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, president and CEO, Celebrity Cruises says the group turned to Hoppen to “completely transform the spa experience and develop an atmosphere that envelops you in luxury and soothes your soul.”
Other hospitality projects Hoppen has worked on include the Lux Belle Mare and Lux Grand Gaube, both in Mauritius (see SB17/4 p76).
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Global interior designer Kelly Hoppen has taken to the seas by creating a 22,000sq ft (2,044sq m) nature-inspired spa and on-board accommodation for the new the Celebrity Edge cruise line.
Hoppen, whose career spans four decades, is known for her subtle “east meets west style based on clean lines and neutral tones blended with warmth and opulence”. She’s put her stamp on the home, yachts and jets of private clients around the world and now focuses on commercial projects including restaurants, bars, hotels – and spas.
“The spa has always been a sacred space to me. As a young girl, I always dreamt of designing my very own spa and Celebrity Edge proved to be the perfect outlet for living out my dreams,” she says.
“A spa is a place where one goes to relax and be pampered, so for me The Spa on Celebrity Edge had to be neutral in palette and complementary lighting, evokes a sense of calmness. Every aspect of the design is meaningful to me; from the dramatic crystal installation – which was inspired by the qualities that crystals have had on my life – to the imposing and dramatic, yet Zen sculpture acting as a reception desk.”
Natural elements are infused into the experience through a SEA - sea, earth and air – concept. The Thermal Suite, with eight heat experiences, for example, boasts a salt room, rainfall water therapy room, float room and crystalarium.
Meanwhile, a Hot Mineral Body Boost, Zero Gravity Wellness Massage and Thousand Flower Detox Wrap are some of the signature offerings. There’s a huge range of 124 treatments available.
Elemis Biotec facials are also on the menu and the company has created an Elemis Ingredient Wall which gives insights into the science and natural ingredients behind its products as well as acting as a retail concept.
Gharieni has supplied specialist treatment beds including the Spa Wave MLW Amphibia Table which features water-filled cushions to adapt to guests’ anatomy, as well as customisable colour therapy lighting.
A medi-spa, Kerastase hair salon and fitness centre offering Bungee Fit and Fitness on Demand virtual workout classes complete the spa.
Glenn Fusfield, president and CEO, One Spa World, which will operate the spa says: “We’ve created a concept that not only evolves spa and wellness but sets the new standard.”
Based in Florida, Celebrity Edge will make her maiden voyage in December with initial cruises around the Caribbean. It’s owned by Celebrity Cruises which has a fleet of 12 ships plus another three being built.
Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, president and CEO, Celebrity Cruises says the group turned to Hoppen to “completely transform the spa experience and develop an atmosphere that envelops you in luxury and soothes your soul.”
Other hospitality projects Hoppen has worked on include the Lux Belle Mare and Lux Grand Gaube, both in Mauritius (see SB17/4 p76).
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View contents of Attractions Management 2018 issue 3
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Promotional feature: The Madison Collection - Holistic sustainability
The Madison Collection is committed to creating high-quality hotel and spa linens while at the same time protecting the environment, promoting workplace wellness and supporting clean water rights. Owner Charmaine T Lang and Gilad Lang, vice president of business development, tell us more
Wellness: Staying well
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More than 40 years ago, Parisian skincare brand Biologique Recherche was founded, with a focus on research and personalisation. Co-chairs Rupert Schmid and Pierre-Louis Delapalme discuss what’s made the brand so successful – and where the future will take them
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long transformation programme that has seen almost US$200 million invested into the Texas
attraction.
Plans for the AU$180 million redevelopment of Reef HQ Aquarium in Townsville, Australia, are
progressing, with the project set to transform the attraction into a global centre for reef
education and conservation.
Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed
€1 billion
offer to acquire Pierre and Vacances SA, the European holiday resort operator behind the
continental European Center Parcs business.
Disney has reaffirmed its commitment to investing US$30 billion in its US parks and cruise
business by 2033, using new America250 celebrations to underline the role its attractions play
in supporting jobs, tourism and economic growth.
Expo 2030 Riyadh is being planned as a permanent visitor destination, with organisers
confirming the six-million-square-metre site will become a Global Village after the event closes.
The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor,
creating a new attractions business spanning two of the country's largest visitor destinations.
The Toverland theme park in the Netherlands has announced a €98m expansion programme
that will add a resort, new attractions and staff facilities as it pursues plans to become a multi-
day destination.
Hotel de France, located on the British Isle of Jersey, has created a wellness retreat package
that includes a hot yoga session that will take place in Jersey Zoo’s butterfly sanctuary.
A new immersive attraction designed to transport visitors into the final hours of ancient Pompeii
is preparing to open near the world-famous archaeological site in southern Italy.
Experience design company, BRC Imagination Arts, has completed a transition that sees founder
Bob Rogers pass ownership of the business to four long-serving senior executives, while
remaining actively involved with the company.
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