TLEE Spas + Wellness
Michael Lahm, vice president & chief operating officer and Tracy Lee, president & founder / TLEE Spas + Wellness
Background
TLEE Spas + Wellness is a globally recognized spa design and consulting firm created in 2010 by Tracy Lee. Having designed and managed some of the most highly acclaimed spas in the world, she has carved out a reputation of steady leadership and innovation recognized throughout the industry.
Soon thereafter she joined forces with fellow veteran Michael Lahm, who applies his unique sensibility, analytical thinking and radical efficiency to all facets of the business.
Main products and services
• concept + feasibility design,
• development programming + menu design,
• retail + product development,
• pre-opening + implementation,
• marketing reinforcement, and
• operational mentorship residential services.
USPs
TLEE Spas + Wellness brings an unparalleled level of passion, professionalism and adaptability to the creation of exceptional spas and wellness experiences. We approach each project with fresh eyes, looking for ways to raise the bar and set it apart. Our track record of success is evidenced in our collection of award-winning projects, discerning clients and leading brands.
Where in the world?
• North America
• Europe
• Middle East, and
• Asia
Future plans
• The Little Nell Aspen: renovation, menu design and implementation (launch late 2023)
• Grand Wailea Resort: full-scale renovation and repositioning of iconic spa on Maui (relaunch 2024)
• Mauna Kea Beach Resort: new spa and wellness compound for fabled luxury resort on Hawaii
• Dallas Proper: integrated wellness hub for hotel and private club
• The Knox: Auberge Resorts’ first urban property within a mixed-use development in Dallas
• Outdoor Citizen: flagship property for new luxury hospitality brand in Southern Utah
• Waldorf Astoria Hotel & Residences Miami: within the city’s future tallest building
• Sixth & Blanco: urban bathhouse in collaboration with Herzog & de Meuron and MML Hospitality
• El Cósmico: open-air bathhouse for the reimagined resort and lifestyle community in Marfa, Texas
• The Charleston Place: new spa and wellness offering in conjunction with a property-wide renovation
What the clients say
"Great spa design can transform and that’s what Spa Botánico does. Spa performance is what allows us to continue to improve and invest. Tracy understands both and she constantly challenges our team to deliver on both fronts at the Ritz Reserve."
– Kenny Blatt, COO & principal, Caribbean Property Group
"Simply stated, Tracy is the most talented spa person I know. She is the best in conceptual design, operating expertise, and dedication to creating truly exceptional spa experiences. Her values and integrity are second to none. Tracy is the reason Auberge Resorts has been recognized internationally as one of the top spa hotel brands in the world."
– Mark Harmon, founder, Auberge Resorts
TLEE Spas + Wellness: news from spabusiness.com
21 Sep 2022
Global spa development firm TLEE Spas + Wellness recently teamed up with Auberge Resorts
Collection to realise a new 12,000sq ft spa at wellness destination resort Stanly Ranch, Auberge
Resorts Collection.
28 Mar 2022
Spa development firm TLEE Spas + Wellness has named Jeanie Klueter as its new architect and
design specialist.
24 Mar 2022
Dr Wilkinson’s Backyard Resort & Mineral Springs, the resort and spa claimed to first bring mud
baths to the Californian spa town of Calistoga, has completed a multimillion-dollar restoration.
TLEE Spas + Wellness: featured in Spa Business, HCM and Fit Tech magazines
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