Our interior design tips for a modern hair salon

Have you just found your dream premises and are you getting started on the fit-out? Are you keen to change the style and décor of your modern hair salon?

The experts at My Salon de Coiffure, your wholesaler of hairdressing equipment and furniture, share their tips and advice to help you create the perfect atmosphere.

Step 1: Decide on the style of your hair salon

Before you start thinking about the actual décor of your hair salon, there are two important points to consider: the layout of the space and the style of your future salon.

Think about the different areas of a salon: the reception area, the shampoo area, the styling area, and don’t forget the waiting area. Bear in mind that the reception desk should be located at the entrance, that the hairdressing chairs should benefit from as much light as possible, and that shampoo basins are traditionally installed at the back.

Next, think about the style you’d like to give your salon: do you want a contemporary, vintage, Scandinavian or baroque salon? In any case, this style must reflect your personality and the image you wish to project: be consistent!

Depending on the atmosphere you wish to create, your choice of colours is essential. In this regard, the best is the enemy of the good: it’s best to stick to two or three matching shades. Remember that light colours bring brightness, whilst dark colours give structure to the space.

Depending on the style, you could opt for a understated look with a monochromatic palette of beige and chocolate tones, or add a splash of colour by combining a light background with vibrant accents...

Step 2: Choose the furniture for your hair salon

Once you’ve decided on the style of your hairdressing salon and the colours for the floor, walls and ceiling, you can start choosing your furniture. As wholesalers of high-end hairdressing furniture, we offer a range of several thousand items, from hairdressing chairs to heated hoods, as well as reception desks and waiting area sofas.

To ensure you can kit out your salon at the best possible price, our 100% Made in Italy furniture is regularly available at special rates (up to 50% off) and delivered free of charge anywhere in France with no minimum purchase required.

Our collections cover all the major interior design trends in today’s hairdressing salons: cosy or industrial, vintage or Scandinavian, baroque or contemporary chic… Many models can also be customised (colours, upholstery, finishes, options…).

Whatever you choose, make sure the furniture complements the overall feel of your salon. Unless you’re going for a eclectic look – bold but risky – it’s best for the whole space to feel cohesive.

Step 3: That little extra touch of character that will make all the difference…

To add the finishing touches to your hairdressing salon’s décor, you need to incorporate two elements: lighting and decorative items. Lighting gives your salon character, defines the spaces and creates the right atmosphere.

Opt for several soft light sources, combined with natural light, and avoid harsh lighting such as neon. When it comes to décor, carefully select a few items that reflect your style and complement the overall look: black-and-white photographs in a vintage salon, contemporary art in a modern salon, and so on.

There you go – your salon is ready to welcome your clients: now it’s over to you!