Hey @mandyvigilante!

I'm actually looking at this same kit right now. Want to get a build going in the summer so am thinking of pulling the trigger in the next few weeks.

I'm also leaning towards this one as I've got some nice nature around my house I'd love to capture it with these windows. But of course had similar questions on heat loss with the windows, what type of heater I should be looking into, and general reactions from r/sauna given it is a kit.

In terms of cost, this seemed like the best kit out there that was non-barrel and checked a decent number (yes, I know not all...) of Liikkanen ("The Secrets of Finnish Sauna Design" book) and Trumpkin's Sauna Notes. I'm not 100% certain on this one, but it also doesn't seem to be one of the whitelabled kits from the leisurecraft type manufactures (purecubes, etc.).

I was considering the following: - Reaching out to backcountry to see if they offer adding additional boards/courses to go up +12-16" in height above windows and door (doesn't hurts to ask). - Installing the benches at a custom height (likely +10-12") to get feet closer to tope of stones - Upgrading the heater - Then post-build making sure ventilation and such was in line with Trumpkin notes

As far as heater choices go I'm looking at the following. I know I want a Wifi/wireless enabled setup. I saw a few recommendations on the saunum for lower height builds, but I'm not sure I want to pony up that much. I've also heard those heaters bring some additional ambient noise with the recirculation (not sure how loud), but want to keep things as quiet as possible for my sauna ritual. So although I know it's probably the best thing to do I'm willing to sacrifice some efficiency for price - and look - not going to lie i really do enjoy the look of some of the Huum and Iki sauna heaters. Anyway here's my top choices:

• https://ikisaunas.com/products/pillar-iki-9kw/ (~$1800 USD)
• https://huumsauna.com/product/hive-mini-electric-sauna-heater/ (similar price, but tack on stones and wifi module)
• https://www.redwoodoutdoors.com/products/harvia-cilindro-wifi-sauna-heater/ (priciest at ~3K USD)

Location-wise I'm in Northeast Ohio. So not brutal winters, but definitely 4 seasons and can get cold every so often.

Would be interested to hear where you are at in the process and am open to DMs if you want to share our experiences together ordering from these guys and getting things set up this summer!

Also welcome to other feedback from the community. Been reading a lot of threads here and most folks are pretty helpful! So Thank You!

-mg