Situation

Peninsula Hot Springs is a haven of relaxation designed to exist harmoniously within its native tea tree environment. The award winning public bath-house draws on geothermal aquifer and sustainable architecture to immerse visitors in a naturally rejuvenating experience.

Key Players

Architect: Gregory Burgess Architects

Developer: GMB Constructions

Engineer: Felicetti Engineers

Floor heating: Hydrofloor / Inner City Hydronics

Approach

Geothermal powered hydronic floor heating system to stage two of a single story sustainable commercial development consisting of a series of connected timber buildings. Hydrofloor trained technician installed Rehau pink to drive a series of floor heating zones across common areas, spa treatment rooms and changing facilities and bathrooms.

Additional Detail

2010 The Australasian Spa Association (ASPA) award for best natural bathing spa in Australasia
2010 Victorian Tourism Awards – overall winner Health & Wellness category
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Press

Green Magazine