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L’Horizon

L'Horizon, Channel Islands, Jersey
Written by Roma Publications

L'Horizon, Channel Islands, Jersey

A project at L’Horizon Beach Hotel and Spa, owned by Hand Picked Hotels, has seen an existing open-plan conference area transformed into a stunning health and relaxation facility.

L’Horizon Spa includes six treatment rooms; two relax rooms, manicure and pedicure area, a sleep room, reception and toilet facilities.

During the works Style Shopfitting acted as the main contractor and 10 Design Ltd, Glasgow worked on the interior design of the new spa. Premier Hospitality caught up with Simon Andrade, Company Director at 10 Design, to find out more about the firms involvement in the project.

Simon commented:

“We were delighted when our client Hand Picked Hotels, asked us to transform the underused function space at L’Horizon. We developed the design proposal and the brief was to create a fresh, bright and functional space that competed with the other spas on the island.

“It was fantastic to be involved in this project as we really enjoy working with Hand Picked Hotels. The projects they ask us to do are ones that we can really get our teeth into and complete successfully. We were delighted to be asked to do it.”

The new spa lies in the previous function space, and can be accessed via the hotel’s main staircase. The spa has been designed in line with a beach theme and provides a light, airy, relaxing environment for those visiting the spa to unwind in.

The space contains a feature circular pendant in the middle of a circular reception area, with a backlit, pebble covered reception desk located in the back left as you enter. The space is very softly lit and decorated with neutral colours in order to create a peaceful ambience. The lighting and electronics are all concealed making the spa a very free flowing tranquil space. Comfortable seating has been installed next to the reception so those awaiting treatments can enjoy a cup of tea or water before entering the treatment rooms.

L'Horizon, Channel Islands, Jersey

The treatment rooms have been decorated in a dark palette in order to create a relaxing haven for those having a treatment.

Another aspect of the works included the updating of the ground floor office space, along with the entrance staircase and lobby. This aspect of the project required the team to work out of hours, so they carefully planned the work to ensure guests would not be disturbed.

Additional works on the project included roofing, the installation of wall tiling, solid and glazed partitions and suspended ceilings. Style Shopfitting also installed new upholstery and decorations in the hotel – including staining timber doors, wallpapering and all mechanical, electrical and plumbing installations.

Main contractors Style Shopfitting, part of Style Group, has gained an enviable reputation throughout the island of Jersey. Over the years, Style Group has continued to expand its portfolio and services and currently caters for its clients via six separate divisions: Style Windows, Style Homes, AC Mauger Construction, Style Office, Style Shopfitting and AC Mauger Small Works.

The group and its related subsidiaries have built up an excellent relationship with all their clients and continue to provide construction related solutions throughout the Channel Islands. Recent projects for the Style Group include Feelunique as well as L’Horizon Spa in Jersey.

L'Horizon, L'Horizon, Channel Islands, Jersey

10 Design provides contract and high end residential interior design solutions to a plethora of clients. With 25 years experience in the design industry their expertise is broad ranging covering everything from contemporary to traditional, single rooms to full hotels, bars, restaurants and spas. With this in mind the design firm were ideally placed to undertake the works at L’Horizon.

L’Horizon is one of the most popular hotels in Jersey thanks to its unique location directly in front of the white sands of St. Brelade’s Bay. The hotel was built in 1850 by George Hicks, a Colonel in the Bengal Army, and boasts elegant interiors that are full of space and light. The venue comprises 106 bedrooms and three stunning restaurants including a large beachfront terrace which provide breathtaking views of the beach.

The hotel is a haven for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits. Activities such as skiing kite surfing, tennis, volleyball, golf, biking, horse riding and sailing can all be arranged through the L’Horizon staff. However if guests desire a more relaxing stay then the newly renovated spa and hotel facilities provide the perfect setting to do just this.

 

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