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- designer Sarah Jane Nielsen is known for creating incredible bespoke spaces. With extensive experience both in the UK and overseas, the Lake District-based designer has gained international recognition for her work on hotel and hospitality, government and residential schemes. Sarah’s signature style blends the classical with the contemporary and her consistent delivery of stunning designs that combine sophistication with practicality caught the eye of the Gilpin Hotel’s owners 15 years ago. The partnership has flourished and over time the hotel has undergone a series of development and rejuvenation. Sarah’s latest brief was to take five secluded luxury spa lodges to a new dimension, with the interior design playing a critical role in creating a comforting cocoon which would provide the all-important wow factor whatever the season.
The selection of individual designs for each one set out to maximise the unique Lake District setting to deliver, both indoors and out, a feeling of wellness and ‘escape’. Each was to have its own distinct personality providing discerning guests with a choice of décor according to personal preference and an interesting option of selecting a totally different experience for their next visit. Internally, there was to be a large bedroom and a distinct lounge space, both designed to take advantage of the stunning views. A convertible spa area was to be incorporated into each lodge with treatment beds stowable out of sight in the wardrobe area. The bathroom was to be divided into two distinct areas, separating the spa with sauna and hot tub from traditional bathroom facilities. The ultimate result overall has been the provision of a fully immersive guest experience.
Sarah Jane Nielsen Ltd
River Mill, Staveley Mill Yard, Staveley, The Lake District, LA8 9LR United Kingdom t: +44 (0) 1539 822433 f: +44 (0) 1539 822544 m: +44 (0) 7961 123214 e: info@sarahjanenielsen.co.uk w: www.sarahjanenielsen.co.uk
HOTEL INTERIOR NORTH WEST ENGLAND Gilpin Hotel Spa Lodges by Sarah Jane Nielsen Ltd Europe & UK Property Awards
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