French luxury natural cosmetic brand Nuxe has opened its first branded spa in Italy, located in the Santo Stefano Spa Relais, a Biellese farmhouse with 76 bedrooms as well as a restaurant, outdoor pool, fitness area, and conference room for 300.

The Italian flagship spa is on two floors of 250sq m each, dedicated to Nuxe and its sister brand, Resultime. Founded by entrepreneur Aliza Jabès, Nuxe distributes products in 75 countries and owns 45 spas around the world.

International architecture firm Studio Apostoli provided consultancy for the project, while the design development was managed by the Biella Studio Spagarino.

The design concept was to give the project an international flavour, as well as to reflect ideas of prestige and nature. Mosaics and luxury furnishings have been combined with wooden elements for a rustic sensibility.