Hob have the key to the lock - salon interiors

There are few areas in London – or the UK for that matter – buzzier than Camden Town, making it the ideal site for hob salon’s new salon and training academy.The site is part of a new-build development on the side of Camden Lock, and both the nature of the building and the location were big draws for the hob directors.Creative director Akin Konizi said: "The building was an empty shell, much like a warehouse, which offered us a blank canvas to work with, plus a great deal of space and a fantastic location directly on Camden Lock. "We chose Camden Town because it is an ideal location for finding models to feed the academy."Because the building was new, the hob team was able to start from scratch, installing everything new including electrics, plumbing and flooring.With the help of design company Bridley Interiors, Akin designed the salon and academy down to the smallest detail.Says Akin: “I wanted a clean contemporary feel, reflecting hob’s signature style as a fashion-led brand.

Fact File Name: hob salons Address: Unit 3b, 28 Jamestown Road, Camden Lock, London Owners: Akin Konizi, Clive Collins, Paul Simbler Staff: 17 (salon); seven (academy) Styling stations: 50 (including 29 in the academy) Budget: £500,000 Financing: Own funding and Wella Professionals How to Achieve the Look Design: Bridley Interiors Limited - 01932 866456 Top Tips Do your research Have a strong and reliable team who you trust and can work with Work out your budget realistically Closely follow every stage of the development and ensure work stays within your timescale Invest in quality furniture, it will give your salon design longevity and a higher quality feel.