Classic meets contemporary at shine hair salon
Published
04th Nov 2008
by alexherrera
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 businessShine 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.
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Fact FileName: Shine Hair Salon Budget BoxDesign 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 Top Tips
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