Simply Spa
Reconstruction of the Hotel Neue Post, Holzgau
Contemporary, relaxing, and atmospheric: As part of the revitalization of a traditional hotel that is situated at 1,103 meters above sea level, we upgraded the spa and the wine cellars to create a refined sanctuary ofwellbeing and good taste.
A traditional establishment reinvents itself
The redesign of the spa and wine cellars of the Hotel Neue Post was a reaction to the generational change amongst its guests. The objective was to sustainably enhance the experience for both visitors and employees with the help of aesthetic innovation and functional optimization. We focused on the use of a clear and modern aesthetic and high-quality materials in order to meet the needs of a new and discerning clientele.
Varied feel-good landscape
By introducing a rigorous spatial sequence we transformed the originally somewhat small wellness area into a diverse experiential environment with a rich variety of moods. This offers a range of services: Guests can now enjoy a Finnish sauna with an open terrace, steam baths, Kneipp pools, icily cold showers, quiet areas, and massage and treatment rooms. The clear and minimalist design generates a relaxed atmosphere that is relayed to the users.
The new hotel’s new spa area provides an unmistakable contrast with the familiar over-decorated facilities of other establishments in this tourist region.
Caroline Ohnmacht
Architect in Innsbruck
Welcoming spaces
The project is notable for its conscious selection of high-quality materials: All the timber fittings are made of stained oak with anatural varnish effect and all the floors and some areas of wall have a mineral coating. This creates spaces that feel natural, cozy,and grounded. This love of detail is also clear in the newly designed wine cellar, where 1.5 tons of black plate and dimmed lighting provide a tasteful setting for the 1,000 bottles of wine.
The redesign was also accompanied by functional improvements including an optimized infrastructure with a direct connection between the rooms and the wellness area, remodeled storage spaces, and an optimization of personnel operations.
- Client
Hotel Neue Post GmbH
- Location
Holzgau, AT
- Construction start
07/2015
- Completion
12/2015
- Gross floor area
350 m2