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How can you make the best use of space when planning the layout of a small hair salon?
Mysalondecoiffure, the leading online supplier of hairdressing furniture, offers advice on how to turn your salon into an oasis of well-being for your clients...
Fitting out a small hairdressing salon: an art in itself
That’s it – you’ve got the keys to the premises that will house your hairdressing salon! Now you just need to fit it out so that it can welcome your clients in the best possible conditions. However, when you’re working with limited space, this task requires careful thought.
You’ll need to make the most of every nook and cranny to turn your hairdressing salon into a cosy space.
Our very first tip: define clear zones and leave enough space to make it easy for both customers and staff to move around. In short: avoid blocking the walkways at all costs!
To achieve this, opt for compact hairdressing furniture. The reception desk and shampoo basins, in particular, should be chosen with care. For the shampoo basins, one tip is to buy double or triple basins to save space. However, if this isn’t possible, you can always find (particularly at Mysalondecoiffure) elegant, functional basins that are suitable for a small hairdressing salon.
When it comes to display units, opt for lower pieces of furniture, whilst bearing in mind that products should be at eye level when your clients are seated. If they can reach them, that’s a bonus.
In any case, even in a small space, the more room you leave between your furniture, the more spacious the area will feel.
You can also experiment with the orientation of your furniture, whilst bearing in mind that you must always be able to see the entrance from wherever you are in the salon so that you can welcome your customers.
Create a sense of space through your layout
To give the impression of a larger space, you can also hang large mirrors on the walls in strategic places, particularly opposite glass doors and windows, to reflect the outside.
Choosing the right lighting can also help achieve this. Spotlights, light fittings, neon lights – vary your light sources, but prioritise lights fitted to the ceiling or on furniture. Avoid halogen lighting, which, contrary to what you might think, makes the space feel cramped rather than making it look bigger!
When decorating a small hairdressing salon, avoid cluttering up shelves and walls so as not to overwhelm your space. Choose one or two picture frames and a few carefully selected centrepieces, arranged in such a way as to show them off to their best advantage.
When it comes to storing your equipment, there’s nothing better than hairdressing furniture with built-in storage. Styling stations, reception desks, shampoo basins… All these items are available with drawers and shelves – do bear this in mind!
Finally, colours also play an important role in the design of a hairdressing salon. Opt for light colours on the walls to make the space feel larger, and take particular care when choosing the colours of your furniture and the upholstery for the chairs.
Opt for a maximum of two or three different colours, bearing in mind that cool colours bring brightness, whilst warm colours create a sense of intimacy. In this case, stick to cool tones, but perhaps add a splash of colour to create a cosy atmosphere.
Now that you know how to make the most of the available space, do take a look at our online shop to choose your hairdressing furniture from hundreds of high-quality options. All our products are made in Italy and are available in a wide range of colours and finishes. Whether you prefer a modern, retro, baroque or romantic style, you’ll be spoilt for choice!