Ten out of Ten at the b.ten Salon

January 28, 2009 12:54 PM

When Jamie Hill first set eyes on a multi-level building in Swansea city centre that had formerly been occupied by a travel agent, he was awash with inspiration.

The spacious premises, set in a bustling location, simply begged to be turned into a pampering retreat for clients wanting to escape the rush, stresses and strains of everyday life. And with the help of owner Simon George, a self-made entrepreneur, he was able to turn his dream into a reality known as b.ten.


Jamie cherry-picked ideas gleaned from nine years working in the industry and listening to clients, and opted for a modern salon with a casual ambience.

An antique French retro chic theme was the aim and this was achieved by blending old with new, and mixing calming tones with splashes of bright colour. "It's something every age group can relate to and appreciate," says Jamie.

   
 

Fact File

Name: b.ten
Address: 1-7 College Street, Swansea, West Glamorgan, Wales
Owners: Simon George and salon director Jamie Hill
Size: 3,500sq ft
Clientele: Young fashionable to seniors insisting on cutting-edge style and colour
Staff: 13
Styling stations: 10 cutting, seven colouring
Budget: £250,000
Financing:Bank and private investor
Design: Signature design
Furniture: Aston & Fincher, bespoke
Features: Vast space, contemporary cutting stations, colour lounge, colour bar, relaxation and beauty therapy floor and bespoke toilets.

Sources

Building Work - New Image Shopfitters: 01792 299403
Furniture - Aston & Fincher: 01792 460785

 

Top Tips

  • Have a project manager and research every aspect of the build
  • Get involved. It will be very rewarding in the end
  • Make sure your budget is realistic
  • Allow more time than you need because, more often than not, something will crop up
  • It can get very stressful at times - allow time for yourself
  • Use it as a learning curve and have fun.


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Have Your Say!

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Posted by natalie

Dated: February 24, 2009 1:47 AM

salon is lush!! im a member of the B.ten salon team!! love it x

Posted by katie marie thomas

Dated: July 27, 2009 6:18 AM

the first time i came to this haidresers i found that all the staff were very polite and kind.i had a short hair cut like rhiannas style and it was the bestest and nicest hair cut id ever had and i was really happy with the results i am definitley still going to come here to have my hair done and i would definitley recommend it to others.

Posted by yin chien

Dated: October 8, 2010 7:43 AM

regarding the design: signature design, anyone would like to tell me how to contact them?
Many thanks!

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