Hi, I’m Kai Stenlund.
I grew up stepping into the sauna my grandfather built in Ely, MN. Those moments with family never left me. Years later, as a woodworker, musician, and someone who has always led with creativity, I knew I wanted to share this tradition with more people. I spent the last 8 years honing woodworking as a craft before turning it into a full-time career four years ago, and every bit of that time shows up in what I build. I've channeled that passion into saunas and accessories that are not only functional, but thoughtfully and aesthetically designed. Every sauna we make is built by hand in northern Minnesota, by myself and a couple other folks who are also genuinely passionate about sauna and keeping the tradition alive.
I design for people who want their sauna to feel intentional and fit functionally for their needs.
Sauna has been a wellness tradition for thousands of years, and I think that's worth respecting. As a musician and lifelong creative, I've always been drawn to the intersection of form and function, things that work and are beautiful at the same time. That same sensibility shapes everything I build. I'm not interested in mass-produced saunas and accessories that off-gas chemicals into your steam or fall apart after a season. Everything starts with the cedar and the tradition.
If you have questions, want something custom, or just want to talk sauna, please reach out. This started as a passion, and that's exactly what it still is.
My Approach
Created Just For you
Through every step of a sauna build, we are focused on making a sauna space that is thoughtful and useful for you and your unique lifestyle.
My Values
We build with integrity, stay true to traditional sauna form, and always stay curious.