Ridiculously Good–Looking Saunas

A bold visual journey into the world’s most striking contemporary saunas and their culture.

Ridiculously Good Looking Saunas reimagines the sauna as a space of radical design, cultural depth, and elemental beauty—where architecture and atmosphere merge in the pure pursuit of presence. Far beyond wellness trends, the modern sauna reflects a growing desire for intentional living and sensory clarity.

Curated by Chris Selman, a leading voice in global sauna culture, the book presents 36 remarkable projects that push the boundaries of retreat. From forest cabins to lakeside pavilions, each shows how heat, wood, and setting can shape body, mind, and mood.

About the Author

Chris Selman is a sauna explorer, author, and founder of @SaunaHotRightNow, a fast-growing platform dedicated to the global sauna movement. After leaving his role leading Sales and Partnerships at WeWork Asia-Pacific, he embarked on an 18-month wellness research tour, visiting over 100 saunas across the globe. Drawing on this experience, Chris co-founded Out of the Valley, a British-made luxury sauna company, and is now regarded as a rising voice in the contemporary wellness space.