2026 Interior Design (Specialty/Small Space) Winner: German Spa Retreat
Designed to support a disciplined wellness routine, this custom spa suite integrates multiple therapeutic experiences into a cohesive, tranquil environment. Connected to a home gym, the layout enables a seamless sequence of sauna, steam, cold immersion and recovery treatments. Natural materials inspired the aesthetic, with porcelain surfaces selected to replicate the warmth of wood and stone while offering durability in high-moisture conditions. Vertical textures and layered lighting create a calming, immersive atmosphere throughout. Each component is carefully detailed: a custom timber sauna with integrated lighting, a steam room with sculpted heated bench and precise digital controls, and a multi-zone shower offering varied temperature and spray experiences. The soaking tub area includes illuminated shelving for both function and ambience.
What the judges said: Lighting, materials and spatial manipulation are carefully deployed to maximize functional use and minimize the tight feeling of a small space.
Justin Miller
G.M. Roth Design Remodeling in Nashua
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