From Rugby Pitch to Yoga Mat: How Evolution Developments Turned an Industrial Unit into a Haven of Calm
By Business Editor
What do elite-level rugby and yoga have in common? Not much on the surface — but both require discipline, focus, and balance.
That’s exactly the mindset that former international rugby player turned construction entrepreneur Jake Caulfield brings to Evolution Developments — a company known for delivering bold transformations with integrity, style, and soul.
Never was that more evident than in their latest project: converting a cold, functional industrial unit in Clevedon into Tilly’s Yoga Studio — a beautiful, calming yoga and treatment space designed to promote wellness, privacy, and peace.
“We’re just as passionate about building calm, healing spaces as we are family homes,” says Jake Caulfield. “Whether it’s a rugby scrum or a yoga pose, it’s about focus, form, and delivering something powerful — and we bring that energy to every build.”
Tilly, founder of the studio, shared her experience:
“The transformation was beyond our expectations. Every detail — from lighting to layout — supports our vision of balance, comfort, and professionalism. Jake and his team really listened, understood what we wanted to achieve, and delivered it with such care and attention to detail. Our clients love the space, and so do we.”
The Vision
Tilly approached Evolution Developments with a clear and inspired brief: to craft a tranquil space that balanced elegance with functionality — a modern sanctuary where yoga sessions, therapeutic treatments, and mindfulness could take place in total comfort, away from the industrial noise and visual clutter of the original unit.
The Transformation
To bring this wellness vision to life, the team:
- Constructed a fully enclosed, fire-safe treatment room with stud walls for acoustic privacy, high-end plastering, and a smooth, calming aesthetic
- Installed dimmable recessed ceiling lights to create mood and atmosphere while meeting fire safety standards
- Applied concealed insulation and clean-lined wall finishes in the main studio
- Added a suspended infrared heating system to provide gentle, energy-efficient warmth
- Laid durable yet elegant LVT flooring for comfort underfoot and long-term resilience
Every detail — from the FD30 fire door to the placement of switches, sockets, and skirting — was carefully considered to enhance the space’s sense of peace, purpose, and professionalism.
Project Highlights
- Conversion of an industrial unit into a boutique yoga and treatment space
- Custom-built private treatment room with dimmable lighting and FD30 fire door
- Energy-efficient suspended infrared heating system
- Luxury flooring and high-end plaster finishes throughout
- Fully compliant with all fire safety and building regulations
What was once a plain, industrial shell is now a luxurious wellness retreat — a space that feels light, safe, and deeply intentional. This bespoke design doesn’t just meet practical needs — it uplifts everyone who walks through the door.
From healing homes to holistic studios, Evolution Developments creates spaces where people truly thrive.
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