For garden designer Emelie Winroth, the goal was to create a calm and quiet place in the garden.

– I wanted a warm bath where you can sit still and feel close to nature.

The outdoor bath is positioned low in the landscape, allowing you to sit close to the ground and in line with the surroundings. Under a large birch tree, a natural enclosure is created.

– It was important that it didn’t feel like a pool, but more like a space within the garden.

The water is kept at a steady temperature of around 38–39°C and remains completely still.

– There’s something about the calmness of still water.

Material choice was key to the overall expression.

– Slate felt like a natural choice because it reflects the rock and landscape around it.

Light Oppdal quartzite is used both in the frame and surrounding surfaces. The straight edges define the structure, while the irregular stone around it creates a softer, more organic feel.

– We wanted it to feel natural, not rigid.

Slate performs well in wet environments.

– It handles water well and provides a safe, slip-resistant surface.

It also connects the space with the rest of the garden.

The placement of the outdoor bath is carefully considered.

– We wanted it to feel sheltered and enclosed.

At the same time, it is located close to pathways, the house and the outdoor shower, making it easy to use daily.

– You can walk straight from the shower into the water.

Ease of access ensures frequent use.

– It has to be simple, otherwise it won’t be used.

Next to the bath is an outdoor shower, built using simple, natural materials.

Spruce poles are used for the structure, inspired by nearby fencing. They are fixed with corten steel and set in concrete for stability.

The ground surface is made of slate, with integrated drainage.

– It was important that the shower also felt like part of the whole.

The shower is used both before and after bathing.

– It’s practical when many people are using the bath, but also an experience in itself.

Showering outdoors creates a stronger connection to nature.

– You can hear the wind and the plants around you.

The outdoor bath is not just for summer.

– It’s actually best when it’s cold outside.

The contrast between cold air and warm water creates a unique experience.

– There’s something special about sitting outside in the cold and feeling the warmth of the water.

In summer, the space is more social, while in autumn and winter it becomes quieter.

The outdoor bath is not treated as a technical feature, but as part of the garden space.

– I wanted it to feel like a natural part of the garden – not something added on top.

That approach is what makes the solution lasting.

A space that works in everyday use and feels naturally integrated into its surroundings.