• collection
    Woodcoustics, Querkus
  • location
    Antwerpen
  • sector
    Gastfreundschaft
  • architect
    AIDarchitecten
  • development
    IRET Development
  • installer
    Tecnospace
  • photographer
    Acoustics by Triplaco
  • application
    Wand
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Botanic Sanctuary, Antwerp’s first five star superior hotel lives up to every definition of its name: a tranquil refuge where people come to relax and be at peace.

The hotel consists of a collection of five historic buildings and a botanical garden transformed into a luxurious retreat in the heart of Antwerp. It also boasts an in-house spa and health centre, a new addition to the former monastery complex.

Designed by AIDarchitecten, Botanic Sanctuary’s new health centre includes a wellness, swimming pool and private gym. 

The space is beautifully enhanced by the extensive use of acoustic wood panels from the Woodcoustics collection by Triplaco and Decospan, adding a touch of natural elegance and warmth. 

They combine both function and aesthetics, being composed of an acoustic absorbent panel and a top layer of the Oak Natural Allegro wood veneer from Decospan’s Querkus collection.

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In the gym, the chosen acoustic panel was Db as part of a lowered wooden ceiling – a clever way minimise the reverberation of sounds you can typically find in a gym, emphasising the feeling of relaxation that is present throughout the space. 

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For the wellness area, Gs was selected: a new waterproof acoustic panel with an almost perfect reverberation (class A absorption), greatly contributing to the visitor’s comfort.  

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Large windows in the conservatory-like structure bathe the swimming pool and gym areas in natural light, creating a harmonious balance between the open and airy atmosphere and the rich characteristics of the wood. 

This look fully falls in line with the botanical theme, creating a space akin to a greenhouse with a view on the city and the hotel gardens. 

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A more serene setting cannot be imagined once one has stepped foot in this peaceful refuge. It can easily become a favourite place to retreat to after a long day of walking around the city or spent in tedious business meetings.