Classic elegance with contemporary style at hob leeds

Published 08th Jul 2010 by sophieh

With a successful, established business in London and the South East, HOB Salons partners Clive Collins, Paul Simbler and Akin Konizi, decided it was time to expand and open their eighth franchise in Leeds.

The salon, owned by franchisees Danielle Hollis and Phil Hutchinson, is split over two floors; the first is mainly used for colour work while the ground floor is the main hub of the business. Clients are greeted at a curved reception desk at the front of the salon, before walking through to the main cutting area and to the backwash area.

The Austrian dark-brown wood of the reception desk is continued through to the styling stations, giving a linear, but sumptuous and expensive effect. The large front window floods the reception with natural light, while spotlights provide additional light for stylists.

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Fact File

Name: HOB Salons

Address: 12 Duncan Street, Leeds

Franchisees: Danielle Hollis and Phil Hutchinson

Size: 1,000sq ft

Clientele: Lawyers, students, young professionals

Staff: 12

Styling stations: 17

Budget: £120,000

Financing: Wella Professionals, bank and self

Furniture: LSE

Features: Two floors and a curved reception area.

How to Achieve the Look

Furniture: LSE - 020 8903 0002.

Top Tips

  • Choose your builders and contractors carefully
  • Be at the site everyday
  • Expect delays
  • Listen and take advice from people who have experience
  • Take time to enjoy the project.
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    HOB Salons Leeds in Brief...

    What was the most expensive part of the refit? The shop fit itself, which cost £75,000.
    What was the most important part of the refurbishment? Client comfort was the key focus; from the reception area to the backwash section.
    How would you describe the salon's image? The salon balances classic elegance and contemporary interiors, with clean lines, a warm colour palette and sophisticated lighting.

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sophieh

sophieh

Published 08th Jul 2010

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