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Shabby Chic Shines At The Lounge Hair and Beauty

Posted by Kate
Dated: July 23, 2008 4:26 PM

When Michelle Gowlett chose a prime location in Brentwood, Essex, for her first salon The Lounge, she used the pages of HJ to inpire her to achieve the shabby-chic style she visualised.

"I wanted to get away from the clinical black and white lines and go for a more homely feel," says Michelle.

"I chose pink and brown because they're my favourite colours, and the combination is different from colour schemes used in many modern salons."

Michelle worked with a lighting specialist to ensure the salon had a natural feel and selected striking Harlequin wallpaper as the focal point of the salon.

"I wanted some pattern on the walls to create warmth and comfort," she adds. "It is such an interesting feature it actually attracts clients into the salon."

The Lounge takes a modern twist on classic style with statement pieces, such as a pink candelabra and a chaise longue in the reception area. Michelle describes her style as very chic, but not over the top.

"The overall design aims to create a classic and relaxed ambience appealing to the over-thirties; however, the salon retains a trendy side with its patterned wallpaper and shabby chic look, attracting younger clients too."

Fact File

Name: The Lounge Hair Design & Beauty
Address: 3 41 Kings Road, Brentwood, Essex
Owner: Michelle Gowlett
Size: 1,320sq ft over three floors
Staff: 10
Styling stations: 10
Budget: £65,000
Financing: Loan and savings
Design: Michelle Gowlett
Furniture: REM
Features: Classic pink chaise longue in the waiting area; pink candelabra; brown and pink wallpapered feature wall.

Budget Box

Flooring: £6,750
Plumbing: £4,000
Electrics and lighting: £10,000
Decorating: £3,000
Building work: £13,000
Stairs: £2,000
Signage: £4,000
Computer and sound system: £8,000
Reception desk: £1,250
Chairs: £3,200
Styling units: £1,000
Wash basins: £1,475
Alarm: £282
Miscellaneous: £7,325

How to Achieve the Look

Furniture: Salon Equipment Centre - 01455 286285
Mirrors: Pretty Practicals - 01597 811321

Top Tips

Get a good project manager and shop fitting team
Maximise natural daylight and enhance that with good, clear lighting. You can warm the salon with the decor
Get the best hot water system your budget allows
Shop around for unusual items and don't assume you have to buy from salon wholesalers
Choose flooring that is practical and durable, and fits in with the overall design. It's no good having a floor you can't run a trolley across.

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