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Classic meets Contemporary at Shine Hair Salon

Posted by Alex
Dated: November 4, 2008 1:45 PM

In December 2007 after being self-employed for six years and with numerous awards under his belt, Jason Paget, a hairdresser since 1986, and a veteran of the most prestigious hair salons in Bristol including Central Studio and Toni & Guy, decided the time was right to start his own business

Shine Hair Salon's high-end contemporary look has been influenced by Jason's personal tastes as well as practical considerations alongside; interiors magazines, the internet and the current vogue for boutique hotels. He's been careful to position the salon so that it appeals to a broad demographic, male and female, old and young.

"Our clients' age range is from seven months to 70," says Jason. "I've attempted to appeal to everyone by mixing design decades, materials and textures in quite a bold way, while still keeping things clean, functional and above all welcoming."

The neutral colour scheme, selected because it won't date, is illuminated with energy-saving lighting. The contrast between the gold, textured wallpaper in the front reception area and bathroom and the expanse of white paint introduces an element of luxury, but the overall impression is brilliantly businesslike. The building's original wood flooring has been painstakingly restored; both beautiful and practical it blends seamlessly with all the other elements of the scheme.

Jason's first foray into salon ownership has been a positive experience on all levels. "My best decision was opening the salon, my worst, not doing it sooner," he says.

Fact File

Name: Shine Hair Salon
Address: 18 St Nicholas Street, Bristol
Staff: Four
Styling stations: Seven
Size: 860sq ft
Budget: £80,000
Financing: Bank and Self
Design: Minimal, Sleek
Owner: Jason Paget

Budget Box

Design and project management: £4,420
Total construction,
including all materials: £43,000
Electrics and plumbing: £6,142
Site installation: £15,422
Pendant lighting: £410
Roller balls: £4,000
Miscellaneous: £6,606