Interiors: suburban elegance

Hair fashionistas of Chandlers Ford needn't travel into the city any longer since Helen Whitehouse Hairdressing opened its doors.Based on inspiration from back issues of HJ, home design magazines and leading salon websites, Helen created an attractive, spacious minimalist chic salon.

Fact file Name: Helen Whitehouse Hairdressing Address: 103 Winchester Road, Chandlers Ford, Southampton Owner: Helen Whitehouse Size: 1,300sq ft Clientele: All ages Staff: Eight Styling stations: 10 Budget: £50,000 Financing: Loan/self Design: Self Furniture: Salons Direct, SEC, Furniture Trading CompanyFeatures: Chandelier, pewter mirror, bespoke reception desk BUDGET BOX Building: £10,000 Plumbing: £4,500 Electrics: £3,000 Windows/doors: £4,500 Styling units: £1,500 Flooring: £1,500 Desk: £500 Furniture: £4,000 Legal fees: £4,000 Advertising: £5,000 Miscellaneous: £11,500. HOW TO ACHIEVE THE LOOK Architect: Now Design and Planning 0845 050 0022 Chairs: Salons Direct 0845 345 9215 Mirrors/chandelier: Furniture Trading Company 01489 788194
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