REDEFINING SELF-CARE: GALA MAGRIÑÁ’S WELLNESS-INFUSED COLLABORATION WITH SOAKE POOLS
In a world where self-care has evolved beyond bubble baths and scented candles, a new collaboration is merging wellness, design, and tranquil aesthetics in a groundbreaking way.
Holistic interior designer Gala Magriñá has teamed up with Soake Pools to introduce a limited-edition collection of their plunge pools that prioritizes both well-being and high-end design. The collaboration, debuting at High Point Market in April 2025, brings together intentional color palettes and textures through a thoughtful curation of select tiles. With this curation as inspiration, designers are encouraged to create spaces that not only offer a physical escape but also a mental and emotional sanctuary.
A New Standard for Self-Care Rituals
The collaboration between Gala Magriñá and Soake Pools is more than just a design project; it's an invitation to embrace the present moment and "Dwell in the Now." For Magriñá, a pioneer of holistic interior design, this collaboration reflects her belief that self-care rituals are vital for personal well-being. As she states, “This collaboration is a tribute to the power of unapologetically reclaiming time for yourself.”
Through the use of tranquil hues, tactile textures, and purposeful design, the two limited-edition plunge pool designs—“Breathe” and “Awaken”—offer a powerful space for reflection, reconnection, and rejuvenation. With features like handpicked porcelain, etched mantras, and serene color combinations, these pools redefine the idea of a personal retreat. Whether it’s a peaceful dip to refresh or a quiet wade to ground oneself, these plunge pools offer a backyard sanctuary that promotes mindfulness and balance in today’s fast-paced world.
Soake Pools Co-Founder Karen Larson has long championed the transformative power of water in daily life. “Essentially, humans have a love of water,” Larson explains. “Not only do we need water for life, but we love the experience of being in, on, or around it. Rather than limiting those joyful occasions to time spent at the lake, ocean, or river, we can have these experiences regularly—and all year round—by bringing the water into our backyards.”
Curated Color Palettes: The Essence of “Breathe” and “Awaken”
The collaboration introduces two unique plunge pool designs, each with its own intention and aesthetic.
Breathe: Soft pink and mint tile, paired with the timeless elegance of travertine stone, creates a serene sanctuary inviting you to unwind and savor moments of quiet escape.
Awaken: Abstract grey and beige tiling is accented by a speckled, muted seafoam waterline tile with subtle shimmer while contrast grout adds sleek definition, altogether creating a dynamic, awakening, bathing experience.
Breathe is designed with the mantra "BE HERE NOW" etched into their surfaces, a subtle yet powerful reminder to focus on the present moment. This intentional inclusion encourages inner stillness and mindfulness as you step into the pool, grounding you in the here and now.
The Perfect Fit: Soake Pools and Gala Magriñá’s Holistic Vision
For Gala Magriñá, this partnership with Soake Pools was a natural fit. The brand’s mission to make precast concrete plunge pools, and the enjoyment of water accessible to residential spaces, aligns perfectly with Magriñá’s own commitment to wellness and holistic design. The collaboration combines her signature “cool, bold, and beautiful” aesthetic with Soake’s innovative approach to creating high-design, easy-to-install plunge pools that are both luxurious and practical, all year-round.
This limited-edition plunge pool palette is set to debut at the High Point Market this April, giving design enthusiasts a first look at this transformative collection. Soake Pools aims to make these designs available to homeowners, with lead times at 6-8 weeks, promising a seamless process to bring these wellness-forward sanctuaries to life in residential spaces.
To learn more about Gala Magriñá’s holistic design philosophy and the Soake Pools collaboration, visit her website at galamagrinadesign.com or follow along on Instagram at @galamagrinadesign for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the design process.
About Karen Larson
Karen Larson, co-founder of Soake Pools runs a family-owned-and-operated plunge pool manufacturing business, located in the heart of New England. Since the brand’s inception in 2014, Karen has grown Soake Pools from a local gem to a nationally-recognized small pool supplier, and has the brand’s revolutionary precast plunge pools installed in 42 states.
About Gala Magriñá
Gala is an esteemed, award-winning holistic interior designer, thought leader and expert. She was raised in New York City and Barcelona and is an authentic, multi-faceted creative and conscious leader.
In 2016, a pivotal moment sparked Gala's evolution as she delved into Vedic meditation, bridging her creative prowess with spiritual insight. Transitioning from orchestrating events for fashion giants like Harper's Bazaar, Jimmy Choo, and Calvin Klein, Gala embarked on a profound quest for holistic wisdom. Armed with certifications in Holistic Interior Design, Healthy Materials, Feng Shui, Well, and Vaastu, she unveiled Gala Magriñá Design in 2018, a New York City-based commercial and residential interior design agency with projects worldwide.
Her work has been featured in AD Spain, Elle Décor France, Refinery 29, and Forbes. In 2022, she received the IWBI Next Frontier of Design Award for her contributions as a Well AP advocate. Today, Gala continues to redefine the interior design landscape, using her unique approach to create spaces that inspire well-being and meaningful connections.