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Sleek, Streamlined and Seductive at Andrew Brown

Posted by Alex
Dated: January 15, 2009 9:57 AM

Contemporary to the core, the Andrew Brown salon in the capital's up-and-coming London Bridge district fully exploits the potential of a new build to make an impact.

Andrew's partner, John Feguson, has a fashion background and used his extensive contacts in shopfitting and interior design, combined with seven weeks of frenzied activity delivered a clean, cool, über-stylish statement of intent.

"Above all, we wanted to create a swanky salon, one that stands out from the crowd," says Andrew, who has been hairdressing for 13 years. "What we've achieved visually reflects our creative energies and also our experiences in the hair business."

Central to the highly successful, open-plan design is a striking colour palette, which gives an atmosphere of intimacy and unlimited luxury. Predominately white, with accents of silver and brown, the visual message is high-end, unflinchingly modern, yet timeless.

The most expensive part of the project was the opening party, which saw no expense spared, and involved a red carpet, free bar, and dancing into the small hours. "We wanted to make a splash, the area is becoming a magnet for new businesses from retail outlets to new media and we wanted our brand to grab everyone's attention," says Andrew.

Fact File

Name: Andrew Brown
Address: 165 Bermondsey Street, London
Owner: Anrew Brown
Staff: 7
Styling stations: 4
Size: 1,000 sq ft
Budget: £150,000
Financing: Self & Partner John Ferguson
Design: Signature Design
Clientele: Young, Professional, Quirky
Furniture: VM Workshop, Lingue Roset, REM UK Limited, Christopher Wray Lighting.
Features: Onyx floor, custom-built reception with feature wall behind, light feature above basins

Sources

Furniture:
VM Workshop - 07768 653 330
Lingue Roset: - 020 7323 1248
REM - 01282 619977
Lighting:
Christopher Wray Lighting - 020 7751 8701

Top Tips

Forget the budget
Go with your creative instincts
Listen to advice from people whose opinions you respect
Build a good understanding and relationship with shopfitters and suppliers
Be prepared to change direction instinctively

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