A touch of theatre - buzby and blue hairdressing

Nigel Faulkner and Christopher Friend have brought their own sense of theatre to historic Chichester with Buzby and Blue Hairdressing. The former picture and framing gallery with a double frontage has been transformed into a contemporary work of art. It has a sympathetic and stylish interior that seamlessly incorporates both traditional and cutting-edge elements to create a light, bright and subtly sensual environment, with a luxurious feeling of space.Designed by the pair in partnership with Gary Kentell of Green Circles Design and Management, the transformation process took eight weeks of intense work to complete. “The challenge of mixing a character building with a modern design ethos has been a significant one, and we’re thrilled with the results. Client feedback has been terrific,” comments Christopher.More pictures>>

Fact File Name: Buzby and Blue Hairdressing Address: 11 The Hornet, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 7JL Staff: 12 Styling stations:10 Budget: £120,000 Financing: Bank and self Budget Box Flooring: £7,000 Work units: £1,7506 Mirrors: £20,000 Chairs: £6,000 Washbasins: £5,200 Plumbing: £7,000 Electrics: £15,000 Reception desk and retail displays: £5,000 Computers: £5,000 Dispensary: £5,000 Building: £55,000 How to Create the Look Furniture: Sally Salon Services - 020 7713 5000 Glass staircase:Cosham Glass and Bonwyke Film - 01329 289621
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