The future of custom infrared saunas is shifting towards intentional design, translating a client’s space, routine, and wellness goals into a sauna that feels purpose-built. According to SaunaCloud founder and CEO Christopher Kiggins, the next phase of the infrared sauna market will be shaped by custom design, red light integration, better infrared sauna heaters, material transparency, and buyer education.

Infrared Sauna Market Trends

Kiggins notes that the infrared sauna category is moving beyond fad wellness and into a more mature phase driven by preventative health, residential adoption, modular manufacturing, scientific education, and greater transparency from brands. The global infrared sauna market is projected to reach $3.64 billion by 2033, growing at a 9.8% compound annual growth rate.

The residential segment accounted for almost 60% of the market in 2025, reflecting a shift in how consumers think about saunas: not just as spa amenities, but as long-term wellness investments inside the home. SaunaCloud designs and builds custom infrared saunas for residential and commercial clients, including homeowners, wellness spaces, hotels, spas, and recovery-focused environments.

One of the trends Kiggins identifies is the growing convergence between infrared saunas and red light therapy. Buyers are increasingly looking for a home sauna with red light therapy rather than treating the two modalities as separate purchases. SaunaCloud says this shift is one reason the red light infrared sauna category is becoming more important for homeowners, wellness professionals, hotels, spas, and high-end residential projects.

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