Not every sauna takes a ferry to get home. But this one did.
Built in Duluth and delivered fully assembled in one day, Kyle and Liz’s Model 5 made its way across Lake Superior by flatbed and ferry. Not to their primary home, but to the place they truly wanted to slow down: their family cabin on Madeline Island.
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Cedar & Stone Nordic Sauna is proud to announce a major milestone in our journey: the acquisition of a new manufacturing lease at the building previously owned by Barko Hydraulics in Superior, Wisconsin. This new space will dramatically accelerate production capacity for modular outdoor saunas and allow us to significantly expand our build team, solidifying our roots in the North while meeting the rising demand for authentic sauna experiences across North America.
Join our Project Manager, Johnny, as he breaks down the do’s and don’ts of sauna site prep, from creating a solid pad foundation to making sure there’s room for our Shed Mule to work its magic. We’ll walk you through ground surface requirements, slope considerations, footing options, access points, and final delivery details.
This latest installation features our Model 5+ Outdoor Sauna, set just steps from the sand. With panoramic windows framing uninterrupted lake views, the sauna offers a front-row seat to sunrise steam sessions and golden-hour plunges, all just outside the back door.
What does it take to turn personal ritual into purpose-driven business? For Mitch Mathews, it started with an ice-cold plunge—and ended with opening the doors to Flowhaus.
Project Details: Project Story: Successful business ownership isn’t new to entrepreneurs, Rekko and Clarissa. After running an already successful business
To design a space that honored this history while meeting the needs of a modern health space, Framework partnered with Cedar & Stone Nordic Sauna. A team that lives and breathes sauna culture, Cedar & Stone blends Finnish heritage with modern craftsmanship, sustainable materials, and a deep understanding of how people interact with heat in a space.
In 2024, we had the privilege of bringing various commercial sauna projects to life, from contrast therapy studios to short-term rental properties. Our work is rooted in human-centered design, ensuring that each project enhances well-being, fosters connection, and aligns seamlessly with its environment. As we reflect on our favorite projects of the year, we celebrate the relationships we’ve built and the diverse ways we’ve helped bring authentic Nordic sauna culture to life across North America.
2024 was a year of remarkable craftsmanship and inspired design in the world of outdoor Nordic saunas. At Cedar & Stone Nordic Sauna, we’ve had the privilege of bringing dream sauna spaces to across the map —each one a reflection of our clients’ unique landscapes, lifestyles, and commitment to authentic heat. From coast to coast, these builds showcase the best in natural materials, thoughtful layout, and the timeless tradition of sauna.
Welcome to Glistening Shores, an unforgettable sauna and stay property on 10 acres of northern wilderness with 340 feet of
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