Environmental Control at Alexandre Hotel Frontair Congress

Challenge: Wellness Ambience vs. Athletic Performance

Each area of the hotel presented its own environmental hurdles.

Spa Area
The spa’s indoor pool required delicate regulation of evaporation, humidity, and chemical byproducts. Without proper control, condensation can accumulate on metal and glass surfaces, creating corrosion risks and disrupting the serene atmosphere expected in a wellness zone. Maintaining air quality and a consistently warm, relaxing temperature was equally essential.

Paddle Tennis Court
The paddle court demanded an entirely different approach. Here, the priority was uniform airflow providing thermal comfort to players without troubling drafts that could affect performance or ball trajectory. The large volume of the hall and the geometry of the court added to the complexity.
Across both spaces, the hotel sought a ventilation system that would be efficient, silent, and visually unobtrusive, aligning with the refined design of the facility.

Solution

To meet these contrasting needs, engineers designed two independent fabric duct systems, each adapted to the specific environmental conditions and architectural characteristics of its zone.

Paddle Tennis Court
In the sports hall, FabricAir installed a system using Combi 90 in a dark gray tone – a durable fabric well suited to large, high-activity environments. The color choice allowed the ducts to blend seamlessly into the industrial-style ceiling.
Air diffusion is managed through OriFlow™, a technology that ensures even, efficient distribution across the court. This prevents localized warm or cold spots and keeps players comfortable during training and matches.
The ducts were mounted using the Type 08 All-In-One suspension system with galvanized steel rails, ensuring a stable installation, clean alignment, and straightforward maintenance access.

Spa Area
For the SPA, FabricAir again opted for Combi 90 fabric, this time in white to complement the bright, calming design of the wellness space. The material was selected for its resistance to moisture and long-term durability in humid environments.
A combination of SonicFlow™ and PerfoFlow™ air flow models manages pool evaporation, disperses chlorine odors, and minimizes condensation on windows, metal structures, and decorative elements.
To withstand the corrosive conditions created by warm air and pool chemicals, the ducts were installed using the Type 11A suspension system with RapidSlider and stainless steel rails, ensuring reliability and corrosion resistance.

Result

The new systems delivered tangible improvements:

• Superior thermal comfort for athletes and SPA users
• Efficient control of humidity and chemical dispersion in the pool area
• Even, draft-free airflow in the paddle court
• Minimal visual impact, with textile ducts chosen to match each environment’s design
• Fast installation and simplified maintenance, thanks to lightweight materials and smart suspension systems

The project demonstrates how textile ventilation can be adapted to vastly different environmental demands while maintaining consistent performance and aesthetic harmony.
The Alexandre Hotel Frontair Congress now benefits from a ventilation solution that enhances guest comfort, protects building materials, and supports the hotel’s standards of quality and design. The case highlights the versatility of FabricAir systems in delivering precision environmental control, even in facilities where wellness and athletic performance coexist under the same roof.