Creating a Spathroom Experience

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Are you designing a bathroom that exudes peace and relaxation, like stepping into a luxury spa? A Spathroom, a spa-inspired bathroom, creates a space for sensory experiences and well-being. Get inspired by ABL-Laatat’s references and perfect surfaces for your dream spathroom.

1. Unique Solutions, Beautiful Details, and Materials Honoring the Era of Construction

At The Hotel Maria, the spa experience begins in every room. The signature suite’s bathroom emphasizes beautiful details, making it a perfect place to enjoy a luxurious hotel stay. The project was designed by Puroplan Oy.

The bathroom floors feature a completely unique design: custom chevron mosaic tiles were cut from two different shades of ceramic floor tiles, precisely tailored to the designer's specified size and color. Any tile or natural stone from our selection can be cut to the size and shape you desire.
Respecting architectural heritage and original spirit, ABL-Laatat always offers tiling solutions that honor different styles and periods. For this project, custom wall tile borders were created for the bathrooms, reflecting the original construction period from 1885–1930.

Below: Oval bathtub and gray marble-patterned chevron in the junior suite; divan and two-tone chevron mosaic floor in The Hotel Maria signature suite.

2. Large, Seamless Surfaces

Large tiles create a spathroom ambiance by making the space feel more open and serene. Visual calmness is a key element in establishing a spa-like atmosphere – the larger surface area of big tiles means fewer grout lines, resulting in a unified and minimalist look.

Large tiles are available in various stone-like designs and 3D textures that mimic the feel of natural stone. You can choose the style that best complements the spa ambiance you wish to create.

Pictured: Granite-like large tiles from Eco Hotel Amarilis, designed by Archifaktur / Stefan Getta.

Plimatech tile series plays a central role in the hotel’s design, and the tone Plimabeige is widely used in outdoor areas, staircases, as well as sauna and spa zones. The selection criteria included the Plima-granite-inspired surface design and the durability of the ceramic material, which aligns with the hotel’s eco-conscious values. Large tiles from the Nature Mood series have also been incorporated into the hotel’s bathrooms, tile pattern Tundra is shown in pictures. (Photo reference)

The hotel’s interiors further showcase the versatility of the Plimatech collection. Areas such as staircases, restrooms, relaxation zones, and the sauna are adorned with various designs and sizes from the Plimatech range, demonstrating the suitability of Florim’s high-quality porcelain stoneware for extreme temperatures and unique applications.

3. Mosaics and Large Formats

In a harmonious and calming bathroom like this, the eye finds rest. The wall and floor tiles for this bathroom were selected from the Unique Travertine ceramic tile collection, which replicates white travertine. In the spa area of a private house in Kuopio, this serene, light, stone-like tile shines in large formats—60x120 cm—as well as small mosaics, available in vein cut, ancient, and minimal finishes. A cohesive look is achieved by combining large formats with small mosaics, and our premium tile collections always offer a range of sizes, from small mosaics to large tiles.

The home spa area provides a relaxing and soothing environment where you can escape daily stresses and indulge yourself. In the private spa area pictured, the tile of choice was the travertine-patterned Unique Travertine in a light tone with various cuts. The project was designed by Aare Visuals and received an honorable mention in the Emilgroup Project Awards competition in 2023.

4. The Luxury of Natural Stone

ABL Leikkaamo crafts countertops and cladding from natural stone for bathrooms, washrooms, and furniture. Stone surfaces are highly durable, resistant to moisture and wear. However, proper maintenance is essential—stains and spills should be wiped off immediately to preserve the surface.

Natural stone is an excellent choice for heated floors due to its superior thermal conductivity. It also stores heat well and releases it evenly, enhancing comfort.

Natural stone is a beautiful and luxurious material. At ABL, our technical support team provides the guidance and expertise you need for a successful installation. Download the Sopro product guide for ready-to-use systems for natural stone installation.

ABL’s skilled curators select elements from an extensive range to create a spa-like atmosphere, whether for a hotel room or a home spa. With the ABL PRO service and product package, tilers can craft sophisticated and durable finishes. We’re passionate about special tiling and provide you with the tools and solutions for everything—from groundwork to final surface finishes—whether using large ceramic tiles, mosaics, or natural stone.

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