Cool and contemporary at goldsworthy's cirencester

Opened by HJ's 2006 Wales and South West Hairdresser of the Year, Vicky Turner, the Cirencester salon is the first Goldsworthy Franchise.

Vicky designed the salon with the help of her mentor Steven Goldsworthy and his mother Peggy using a colour scheme of naturals, beech, concrete greys, stainless steel and black give a cool and contemporary feel.

The salon's focal point is a bespoke, curved desk of concrete laminate, stainless steel, giving a deluxe but strong impression to anyone entering the salon; while it also boasts a VIP lounge complete with  glass dressing table and a baroque waiting chair.

The overall result is a simple but striking salon of which Vicky is very proud: "We wanted to create a space that was high-end taste but on a budget. It is great to realise my dream," she says.  

Fact File Name: Goldsworthy's Address: 37 Dyer Street, Cirencester, Gloucester Owner: Vicky Turner Clientele:Across the board but mostly 25-55 years of age Styling stations:Eight plus VIP room Size: 2,000sq ft Staff:Five Budget:£100,000 Financing: Self, bank and manufacturer Design:Steven and Peggy Goldsworthy Features: Bespoke dressing tables by Christian Mobey and REM Features: VIP lounge. Budget Box Flooring: £7,900 Plastering and decorating: £6,600 Equipment: £11,500 Bespoke reception desk: £16,545 Building: £1,660 Plumbing: £8,850 Computer systems/telecom: £8,000<br Air conditioning: £8,600 Launch: £4,600 Legal: £11,000 Miscellaneous: £14,745. Sources Christian Mobey: 01367 820842 Shortcuts: 0845 2264188 ASF Signs: 01793 848466 REM: 01282 619977. Top Tips Don't forget VAT - quotes tend to be net Shop around - the high street has great bargains Keep focused - it's easy to feel like you're going mad Keep to your budget.