Design Process

introduction the purpose of this document is to outline the essential considerations, requirements, and guidelines for planning and creating a spa and wellness facility it is a comprehensive resource for architects, designers, other related trades and consultants, and spa operators, ensuring that the facility's design aligns with industry standards and provides an optimal experience for clients the document outlines the official design criteria for all discovery well being projects and is intended to establish and maintain design consistency across all discovery well being facilities the site is globally searchable using keywords the goal is to design facilities that convey an atmosphere of; quality, personalized attention, rejuvenation, escape and comfort in a luxurious environment each project begins with an architectural program (typically guided by a financial proforma) the design is further developed through analysis of the specific member demographics, natural resources/surrounding environment, client vision, and project location while no two projects are identical each project shares a common philosophical approach to well being each project's program is enhanced to match the unique location and member community each project will provide facilities, equipment, and experiences that support some iteration of all of dwb's essential elements of well being design philosophy holistic approach discovery well being takes a holistic and curated approach to wellness we believe all aspects of daily life play a role in our overall health and well being our design philosophy approaches facilities and programming in the same way the programming and experiences are not confined to spa, fitness, wellness, and medical facilities every space has significance, plays a role in the wellness program, and has an opportunity to contribute the brand strategies of discovery well being whether dining, excursions, farm, equestrian, golf, water sports or any other activities, outdoor pursuits, and venues, it is critical to the quality of the program that these spaces interact and support the dedicated health and wellness facilities design these facilities to convey an atmosphere of personalized attention, rejuvenation, escape, and comfort bespoke experiences each discovery well being facility (spa, wellness center, regenerative medical center, or fitness center) is unique to its location and should be consistent with its surroundings, local culture, and the overall intention of the host dlc world design development process