Our Mission As Sauna Builders & Wine Cellar Builders

INNOVATIVE SAUNAS AND CELLARS, INC.

Our company has been in the business of designing unique saunas and wine cellars for over 31 years. The secret to our longevity is our work ethic and client philosophy. Your vision becomes our passion and only the best quality materials and workmanship are used to execute your dream.

Reputation and satisfaction are paramount to us, which is why the client is involved in the design process from start to finish. From the initial conception phase to the build and final approval, our team will work in partnership with you to ensure that your expectations are exceeded.

Innovative Saunas and Cellars, Inc. is headquartered in Pompano Beach, Florida; but provides innovative and custom design solutions across America. No state in our country does not need sauna and wine cellar builders with decades of experience, integrity, and distinction.

THE SAUNA OF YOUR DREAMS

The health benefits of saunas are substantial. They reduce stress, balance your hormones, remove toxins, and improve athletic performance. Saunas can also assist with weight loss and strengthen your immune system.

Aside from keeping your doctor happy, saunas are a luxury that improves your quality of life and enhances the value of your home.

When you know that you must have one, turning to the sauna builders that have turned steam rooms into an art form is your best option.

Regardless of the space, the Innovative team can create a tailored design that caters to your individual needs and aesthetic taste. We specialize in both traditional and infrared saunas and use only the best hand-selected woods and premium products from Tylo and Helo; the industry leaders.

We offer a broad range of wood finish and shade options, with glass door choices available, depending on your preference. Technology only further enhances the experience of a good sauna, and Innovative provides a full range of heating system options that can be activated with your smartphone.

The pleasure of being able to set your sauna to your liking while at work or play is now possible. Upon arriving at home, your relaxation will already await you.

We also offer an excellent, adjustable sauna lighting system that can accommodate your desired mood. Whether you are enjoying some alone time, or entertaining friends and family; your lighting will suit the occasion.

Innovative has an extensive selection of sauna kits from Helo. The prestige range has six different options that can cater to master bathrooms, home fitness centers, or free-standing sauna suites.

The Passport series of sauna kits are affordable and easy to assemble. They can be set up and taken down anywhere, ideal for space maximization. They are fully equipped and completely safe.

Your vision may include an outdoor, indoor, or Himalayan Spa sauna. There is no space, big or small, which innovative cannot transform into your dream sauna. Our team will ensure the highest standard of craftsmanship to deliver a sauna that continues to give you pleasure for a lifetime.

Have we captured your desire? Contact us today.

INNOVATIVE SAUNAS AND CELLARS ARE SAUNA BUILDERS WITH IMAGINATION

ENVIOUS WINE CELLARS

You may already have a wine collection or have dreams of starting one. Whether you have a room set aside or a specific space in mind, Innovative has decades of experience with designing wine cellars that fulfill the wishes of our clients and become the envy of our future clients.

Wine is a personal thing. Each lover and collector of wine will have their preferences. Like wine, a cellar is also personal. It is not just about pleasure and storing your best vino correctly. A cellar adds character and style to a home. Naturally, a cellar should also be a reflection of your unique requirements, both practical and aesthetic.

Your unique taste in wine will determine the technical requirements of your cellar. Our team will assist you with the correct size of racks to suit your bottles. The appropriate storage space and creating the ideal temperature and humidity are crucial for preserving your favorite wines. 

With the practical aspects taken care of, the magic begins. This is when we work together to create your unique showcase. If you desire something classic that exudes established elegance, we offer Walnut, White Oak, and Sapele wood. These options are available in a wide range of shades from airy to somber espresso.

Our wood selection is specifically chosen to strike the best balance between style and longevity. A good wine cellar wood must be able to last in a humid and slightly chilly environment, while at the same time reflecting the look and feel of your vision.

If you prefer a more modern angle, we are equally adept at working with glass or combinations of glass and wood. We are innovators and we love a challenge. If your imagination is going towards something outside of the box, we would love to make it happen for you.

As wine lovers ourselves, we wanted to take our service a step further. Innovative also offers a comprehensive Sommelier service through Hermes Ortiz Wine Consulting services. Hermes is certified by the USSA Sommelier Association and has established wine contacts across the globe.

Our Sommelier service includes consulting on cellar stocking, wine investment and education, as well as wine tasting events.

We are wine cellar builders that work seamlessly under any design circumstances. We work with architects, designers, builders, or you. We can be involved in your process as much as your needs require.

Is your heart saying “I want one!”?  Contact us today.

INNOVATIVE SAUNAS AND CELLARS ARE WINE CELLAR BUILDERS OF DISTINCTION

YOUR DREAM AWAITS….

Innovative is a client-centric business. Our mission and pride are determined by providing you with the sauna or cellar that is perfect for your needs. There is no design challenge that we will not execute with precision and flair.

Contact us today to begin your journey towards realizing your dream. Your home is your castle, compliment it with a sauna and cellar that enhances the aesthetic, breathes new life, and creates value.

There are few things that top the pleasure of relaxing in a sauna with your favorite glass of wine, particularly if it’s in the comfort of your own home. You know you must have it!

IMAGINE. INSPIRE. INNOVATE

What Makes A Good Wine Cellar?

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Modern wine cellars can easily become the crown jewel in any home with their beautiful, organized look. The lighting, the storage furniture, the size of the bottles, and their placement on the wine racks are all important aspects. In this article, we provide a comprehensive overview of what makes a good wine cellar.

The aspects of a collection-ready bottle of wine

It is a new trend among collectors to prefer Chilean, Argentinian, New Zealand, Australian, and South African wines, which are still available today in very good quality and also at a very reasonable price.

The situation is different in the traditional Western European and American markets, where it is difficult to get into the circle of those who are allowed to buy from reputable wineries. Investment funds are willing to buy wine from the large French and American wineries as long as they have grapes because they are confident that the value of the products made there will continue to increase.

What are the qualities that make some of the featured lots sought-after treasures at major international auctions? Quality, durability, rarity. It is the combination of these qualities that can determine the ultimate value. Of the three main criteria, it is perhaps quality that is the most difficult to determine from year to year. Shelf life, ripeness, and rarity themselves are facts that can be documented from wine to wine. 

If we look into the chronicles of past decades or even centuries, records, auction reports, and wine descriptions by reliable experts give us not only reliable clues but also guidance. However, we do not know the organoleptic characteristics of the fresh lots in current auctions until we have the opportunity to interact with the lots in a blind tasting. The last ten years have done a lot to raise the standard of wine knowledge in this area. More and more people seem to be tasting wines more consciously, which is ultimately the biggest incentive for producers.

Well-ageing bottles

The Speyer wine bottle (Römerwein) is believed to be the oldest surviving wine in the world, dating back to Roman times. In 1867, the sarcophagus of a Roman nobleman and his wife was found containing 16 bottles, one of which was completely intact. According to scientific studies, it survived nearly 2,000 years because the bottle was sealed with wax and a few drops of olive oil were added to the wine as a "preservative." Experts have debated practically since the discovery whether the bottle should be opened to analyze its contents. So far, the "no" side has won and the glass is now part of the collection of the Speyer History Museum.

For a wine to mature under positive conditions and become even better as time passes by, it needs natural preserving elements. It must contain alcohol, acidity, sweetness, sugar (natural sugar from grapes), and be rich in tannins. Several characteristics of the wine are determined by tannic acid:

• It is found in grape skins, stems, and seeds; 

• As a result of maceration and fermentation on the skins of the blue grapes, it gives the wine a characteristic tart flavor present in red wines to a greater extent than in white wines; 

• Barrels add tannins and aromatic molecules to wines, having a positive effect but only in ideal amounts. 

The best collection-ready, old, and serious bottles are coming from Bordeaux (Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot), Burgundy (Pinot Noir & Chardonnay), Northern Italy, Piedmont (Nebbiolo), Tuscany (Sangiovese), Veneto (Corvina, Molinara, and Rondinella for the Amarone Classico trio), from the Napa Valley in California (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay), and Priorat and Rioja (Tempranillo) in Spain.

What is the best method to store your collection?

The older the wine, the less good it is for it to suffer from strong fluctuations in light and temperature. Wine thrives at a temperature between 12 and 18 degrees Celsius, with an optimal humidity of 50-80%, making wine cooling an important factor. However, most experts say that corked wines should be stored flat, as the cork comes into contact with the wine and prevents the cork from drying out. 

If the humidity is properly adjusted and maintained, bottles can be stored upright in the cellar. However, if you do not have a well-built individual wine cellar, it is better to store the bottles lying down. Many collectors buy bottles in larger sizes, as wine tends to remain more stable in larger bottles than in a 750 ml size.

A few practical tips for organizing your collection:

• Assign sections by type of wine. Start with rosé and sparkling wines, then move on to white and red wines, and finish your collection with the dessert wine section. Another handy grouping idea is to separate the wines for everyday consumption and the collection. 

• Wine labels help to easily identify departments and other aspects of the organization. Many collectors group bottles by region, manufacturer, or even type of food. This way, you can make sure not to pop up a bottle of 1830 Duque do Porto for sushi night. (If mentioned, sushi goes well with off-dry Riesling).

• Advanced technology is on your side not only when it comes to creating the perfect temperature and keeping up the right level of humidity. You can either register your collection in a spreadsheet (such as Google Sheets), or you can use CellarTracker (or one of its six alternatives), which helps manage the collection with great features. You can set the price and time of purchase, and the most innovative apps notify you in advance when your wines are best to consume.

The best wine cellars look stunning because they are built for just that place in your home. Innovative technologies help you maintain the necessary environmental conditions for your collection while allowing you to organize your bottles according to your needs. Get inspired by our quick guide and update your collection today. And remember, the best collections deserve fascinating storage on high-quality wine racks.

For more information on how to properly store your wine, and the perfect storage temperature for each type of wine in your collection, feel free to view our wine storage guide infographic below!