120\\ Home Gym Designs: Practical Tips to Blend Style, Functionality, and Client Wellness Goals With Chris Howell

Happy New Year and welcome to 2025!

January is all about fresh starts, and many of us are setting goals to prioritize self-care and build better routines. A thoughtfully designed home gym can make all the difference—offering not just convenience but also a space that inspires consistent use and supports wellness goals.

For us interior designers, this is the perfect time to help clients align their homes with their health and wellness aspirations, making it the perfect moment to explore this growing trend.

If you’ve ever wondered how to create a home gym that’s both stylish and functional, this episode is for you! I sit down with Chris Howell, founder of SPX Gym Design, to uncover the secrets of designing luxury wellness spaces that seamlessly fit into any home while meeting each client’s unique needs.

From choosing the perfect flooring to incorporating features like saunas and cold plunges, Chris shares practical tips and his inspiring journey from personal trainer to gym design expert. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned designer, this episode is packed with actionable ideas to elevate your projects and delight your clients.

Tune in now to make 2025 your year for innovative design!

Why you’ve got to check out today’s episode:

• Discover practical tips on designing home gyms that seamlessly blend functionality and style, catering to your clients' unique needs
• Learn how to collaborate with architects, interior designers, and clients to craft bespoke spaces that inspire fitness and relaxation
• Explore innovative design solutions to incorporate wellness features like saunas and cold plunges to elevate your interior design projects

Check out the show notes >>> Home Gym Designs: Practical Tips to Blend Style, Functionality, and Client Wellness Goals

Timestamps:

(0:00) Introduction

(02:54) Chris Howell's Journey to Gym Design

(05:37) Product Design and Customization in Gym Design

(8:45) Key Considerations for Designing Home Gyms

(14:45) Challenges with Second-Floor and Small-Space Gyms

(16:48) Incorporating Adjacent Wellness Features

(18:35) Collaboration with Designers and Homeowners

(27:10) Addressing Common Mistakes in Gym Design

Featured Guest:

Chris Howell is the founder and owner of SPX Gym Design, a company that has been transforming spaces Since 2017. SPX Gym Design fuses interior design with custom gym equipment, creating bespoke wellness environments for high-end homes of NFL athletes and boardroom executives.

He has collaborated with prestigious brands such as Soho House Gyms, 1Hotel, Gurney Resorts, Proper Hotels, and C4 Energy. His innovative approach to gym and wellness design has positioned SPX Gym Design as a leader in the industry.

Currently based in Jupiter, Florida, Chris continues to revolutionize the fitness and wellness landscape with his unique vision and expertise.

Connect with Chris Howell:

• Website: www.spxfit.com
• Instagram: @spxgymdesign

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