Throughout the spa, natural elements speak to the region’s agricultural heritage and contemporary wellness practices. Local stone appears in both structural and therapeutic applications, while wood elements frame views of Cayuga Lake, connecting visitors to the unique geography surrounding the property.
A stone bench radiates a gentle warmth – not from the sun, but from within. It is subtle details such as this at The Spa at the Inns of Aurora Resort & Spa that reveal thoughtful integration of comfort and materiality, which define this award-winning wellness space. The 15,000-square-foot facility, located in Aurora, New York, represents a significant evolution in American spa design, one that merges ancient Ayurvedic principles with contemporary architectural principles. Designed by Hart Howerton, The Spa is the first spa in the United States to achieve WELL Certification at the Gold level from the International WELL Building Institute.
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