41 Best of BUILD T he Lanserhof Group’s medical spas are among the most modern health centers in the world. In 2014, ingenhoven architects had already completed Lanserhof Tegernsee in Germany, followed in 2017 by the Lanserhof at Lans in Austria. Another Lanserhof spa will be completed on the German island of Sylt by 2021. The London project marks the most recently completed example of the successful cooperation between ingenhoven architects and the Lanserhof Group. The project’s architectural concept combines both clients’ requirements: While the lounge on the ground floor resonates with the interior of The Arts Club, the areas for sports and highend diagnostics on the four upper floors and in the basement continue the clear and straightforward design of the previous Lanserhof projects. A key design element on all six floors is the “bronze core.” This cube with a bronze surround serves as circulation area with a lobby on each floor. The bronze core‘s interior is white, with a high-quality oak floor and white wood-paneled walls setting the tone. The establishment’s highlight is located on the first floor: Clear lines and the medical fitness studio’s high-quality materials create a select setting. The design of the changing areas on the third and fourth floors is based on a specially developed innovative lighting concept. The corridor along the lockers is illuminated by soft, comfortable lighting from cleverly placed wall- and ceiling-mounted spotlights that create a sensuous floor pattern. The individual changing cabins create a sense of privacy and ensure that there is always plenty of space for all. The third floor accommodates areas for yoga and personal training programs. The upper floors are reserved for medical treatment. In spite of the rather narrow and confined layouts, which are typical of London’s inner city buildings, these floors accommodate a wide variety of treatment rooms. The atmosphere and material selection is strictly in line with the Lanserhof concept: a bright and straightforward design and ecological, healthy materials that have been tested for compliance with health criteria. In addition to the comprehensive interior design concept, ingenhoven architects created a new first floor façade that reflects the building’s original design and resonates with the glamorous architectural details of the upper floor façades. With the practice’s supergreen®-approach, ingenhoven architects recognizes the fundamental importance of the careful use of energy and resources in designing and building. supergreen® also responds to resource consumption throughout the building’s service life, with the primary and secondary energy balances of the materials, building components and building methods all being taken into consideration. The concept also reflects people’s growing concern regarding the health aspects of their everyday surroundings. This starts with appropriately air-conditioned premises and, in addition to noise control, includes the supply of fresh natural air and a healthy, bright and restful interior ambiance.This philosophy, paired with an aesthetic yet functional interior design, supports a sense of well-being. ingenhoven architects are one of the leading international practices committed to sustainable and ecological architecture. The main office is located in Düsseldorf’s Media Harbor area. In addition, the practice is represented internationally in St. Moritz, Sydney and Singapore.
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