Toasty Asana Carlisle – Design Blog 006
- vanordenelizabeth
- Mar 29
- 2 min read
The last week of construction is complete… and I am full of emotions.
Having worked in the architectural industry for the last two decades, the studio’s construction phase was something that felt comfortable and familiar.
Sprinklers need to be redone? Sounds about right.
Reception desk stuck on a boat in the Pacific? Don’t worry about it.
But this last week of construction has been something different entirely. It’s been a wave of emotions. This dream is now tangible — and I’m beyond excited to share some of the design features of this space that were selected just for all of you.
From the very beginning, my vision for Toasty Asana was to create a place where people feel welcomed and not judged. A space that feels uplifting and fun… while also being safe, secure, and serene.
🔥 Infrared Heat
To help bring that vision to life, the studio uses infrared heat.
Our infrared panels are integrated directly into the ceiling grid, quietly and evenly radiating heat throughout the room. This allows us to offer a heated practice that can:
improve flexibility
support detoxification through sweating
enhance circulation
accelerate muscle recovery
and increase calorie burn
All while feeling gentler and more comfortable on the body.
🌈 Lighting & Atmosphere
Creating a sense of calm and emotional connection in the space was incredibly important.
To support that, we installed color-changing lighting throughout the studio.
Research shows that light color can influence everything from mood to energy levels — and we’ll use that intentionally in class.
You may notice:
energizing tones during more active flows
softer, calming hues during Savasana
and maybe even a themed class or two 😉
💧 Hydration Matters
Yes — water fountains are required.
But we wanted to take that one step further. Our studio includes a bottle-filling station, making it easy (and fast) for students to stay hydrated before, during, and after class.
It’s a small detail — but one that makes a big difference.
🎶 Sound Experience
And finally… the sound.
Over the past week, we’ve tested everything from whale sounds to Enya to Britney Spears — and everything in between.
The result?
A sound experience that surrounds you, supports your movement, and elevates the entire class.
Whether it helps you focus, flow, or sing along a little...
And so here we are.
At the end of construction…and at the beginning of something truly special.
We cannot wait to share this space with you.
Welcome to Toasty Asana.
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