Headfirst create a modern mock tudor salon

Turning a 20s-built former umbrella factory into a contemporary salon sounds an unenviable challenge, but it was one Jeremy and Sharon Farber of Headfirst, Leeds, took on with fervor and a clear vision. The result is a 1,679sq ft salon over three floors.

"I felt that with some imagination, it could be opened up to create an exciting environment," Says Jeremy. "I liked the mock-Tudor frontage and felt a mix of traditional and contemporary would work well."

While the interior is modern, the colours and materials used complement the exterior, with muted tones on the walls, and dark browns and natural colours throughout.

"I wanted to create a subdued and sophisticated ambiance," Jeremy explains.

Fact File Name: Headfirst Address: 590 Harrogate Road, Leeds Owners: Jeremy and Sharon Farber Size: 1,679sq ft, over three floors Styling stations: 13 Budget: £100,000 Design: Charlie Hearn, CHD Salon Design Furniture: Ben Huckerby Design and CHD Salon Design Features: Mezzanine level, two-storey mirrors in reception, coffee bar. Budget Box Flooring: £7,000 Building work: £20,000 Electrics: £10,000 Plumbing: £10,000 Air conditioning: £5,000 Design and furniture: £35,000 Interior design/upholstery: £10,000 Miscellaneous: £3,000. How to Achieve the Look Design: CHD Salon Design - 07771697070 Ben Huckerby Design - 0113 244 5446