Hush hush - beautiful hair boutique: chic and unique style

Creating an environment for a broad range of clients isn't easy. From students and professionals to ladies who lunch - designing an appropriate atmosphere is a challenge, and one that salon owners Jeni and Nicolas Aldridge took in their stride.

 

"We wanted the salon, Hush Hush, to be different from all the corporate businesses we see on the high street," says Jeni. "Our aim was to create a place where clients could relax, be pampered and indulge their senses."

Jeni and Nicolas are delighted with the new salon, and describe their business as chic boutique.

"The most important element was to offer a salon where the clients are taken away from the stresses of everyday life and given an experience, not just a haircut - and we've done just that!"

Fact File Name: Hush Hush - Beautiful Hair Boutique Address: 19 Regent Street, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire Staff: Two Budget: £30,000 Financing: Self and bank Design: Jeni and Nicolas Aldridge Features: High ceilings, French windows leading on to a balcony, huge baroque mirrors and a black chandelier. Budget Box Flooring: £1,500 Electrics and lighting: £2,200 Plumbing: £1,800 Project manager and building works: £14,000 Furniture: £7,000 Mirrors: £3,000 Miscellaneous: £500 Top Tips Have a schedule and stick to it Try keeping to a budget Have realistic deadlines Get all quotes up front and keep a running total so you can manage your budget Be true to your original vision Pick up a paintbrush yourself and save some money.