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Back to Nature at Mack Chelmsford
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Kate
Dated: September 2, 2009 3:49 PM
With a successful salon in a beautiful waterside location, Andrew and Tina Mack knew they wanted premises that were just as breathtaking for their second Mack salon.
So when a new build on the site of an old car dealership became available in a conservation area of Chelmsford, Essex, they jumped at the chance to turn it into a spacious and beautiful salon.
The pair transformed the empty 2,400sq ft in just nine weeks introducing a clean and neutral colour scheme, with polished ivory floor tiles complementing the neutral walls and ceilings,
In contrast to this, the furniture is finished in walnut and stainless steel for added texture while opaque glass and the slate feature walls add to the salon's sophisticated appearance.
There are 25 styling stations in total, 16 for cutting and styling in the main area of the salon and nine situated in the colour area, which are positioned near the backwash. Each station has a full-length mirror framed in frosted glass partnered with a black leather styling chair.
Andrew and Tina are delighted with the results and he says: "We wanted it to be similar to our Wharf salon but functional and beautiful in its own right. Thanks to our extensive research, I think it is exactly what we have achieved."
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Tags: Salon Interiors
Quality, Luxury and Indulgence at Ken Picton Salon
Posted by
Kate
Dated: September 7, 2009 11:32 AM
When Ken Picton opened his original salon in Cardiff Bay in 2000 it was situated in a new £35m development and cost him £400,000 to create. His unique design won him the 2001 Salon Design Award at HJ's British Hairdressing Business Awards.
Measuring 4,000sq ft, it was a stunning salon for clients to visit and staff to work in, but Ken wanted to expand another 2,500sq ft and that refit cost him another £300,000.
"I loved my salon how it was, but I wanted to create a haven of quality, luxury and indulgence with beautiful light and plenty of space," says Ken.
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Tags: Ken Picton Salon , salon interiors
Why Retail is Crucial to your Hair Salon
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Kate
Dated: September 8, 2009 4:13 PM
Dated: September 8, 2009 4:13 PM
When it comes to the creative side of the hairdressing business, the key mantra is 'never stop learning', and it is just as important philosophy for the business side too.
With this in mind, we have asked some of the brightest business brains - the finalists of the British Hairdressing Business Awards 2009 - to share their wisdom.
Here Linda Evans of TIGI, sponsor of the Retail Salon of the Year category, asks:
"To what extent do you feel that retailing enhances the professionalism of you and your team and what are the 3 key benefits that retailing bring to your business?"
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Revamping Your Salon on a Budget
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Kate
Dated: September 10, 2009 10:57 AM
Dated: September 10, 2009 10:57 AM
The finalists of the British Hairdressing Business Awards Salon Design of the Year Award have all managed to create something that stands out from the competition with their salon interiors.
Their knowledge and experiences make them the perfect people to advise anyone considering a redesign.
So, Andy Colbourne of Aston & Fincher, sponsors of the Salon Design of the Year Award, quizzed them on your behalf.
"If a salon cannot afford a total refurbishment in this tough trading climate, which area of a salon would you recommend people to invest in. What would you do and why would you do it?"
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Tags: Salon Interiors
Creating The Perfect Salon Team
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Kate
Dated: September 11, 2009 11:51 AM
Dated: September 11, 2009 11:51 AM
A cohesive team is one of the most crucial factors in developing a successful salon, but what does it take to nurture one?
Who better to ask than the finalists of the Salon Team of the Year at the British Hairdressing Business Awards?
Dawn Reilly of Balmain, who sponsor the Salon Team of the Year asks:
"What are the three most important elements to creating the perfect salon team?"
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Classic but Contemporary Salon Design at Andrea and Achille Hair Group
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Kate
Dated: September 14, 2009 11:00 AM
Dated: September 14, 2009 11:00 AM
When Roberto Dicuffa decided he wanted to start his own salon in Oxford as a franchise of the family business the Andrea and Achille Hair Group, he had a clear vision of what he wanted to create.
"I wanted a light, relaxing environment, with a contemporary feel but keeping some of the classic features," he explains. "Our other salons will follow this style but will keep their own identity."
The team chose subtle shades for the main colour scheme - creams, browns and forest green. "We are planning on having this decor for a few years so didn't want to be too funky as it can date quickly. Keeping it neutral means we can add other colours through ornaments, cushions or pictures," Roberto explains.
The 1,076sq ft salon benefits from huge front windows, which flood the salon with daylight. The rest of the salon is lit with simple halogen lights and a large feature chandelier.
Roberto is delighted with his contemporary salon and is most proud of the finishing touches and the attention to detail.
"Many hairdressers wouldn't bother with scented candles or small touches, but I think it makes so much difference and our clients love it," he concludes.
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Tags: salon interiors