Here is a technical guide for a hair salon design:
space planning and furniture arrangement, a practical example with 3D model.
A hair salon design
requires technical and organizational factors that make the project a real
challenge.
That’s why it is necessary to
consider design rules but also to adopt the proper marketing techniques to achieve effective solutions in terms
of furniture and space arrangement.
Some important aspects to consider to correctly
design a hair salon are:
·
interior space
planning
·
furniture
arrangement
Interior spaces arrangement is fundamental when planning a hair salon and
will require that certain regulations and standards are met, especially
regarding plant installation systems (hydraulic and electrical). In fact, a
correct planning should guarantee customer’s comfort and wellness as
well as facilitating work activities.
A hair salon can be divided
into 3 main areas:
1.
entrance – reception / cash desk /waiting area
2.
work area – hair wash /hair cut-styling
3.
services – wc / salon storage
·
Entrance
Space should be organized in order to
accommodate the reception area, the cash desk and the waiting room. The cash desk
area should also be conceived and organized for displaying and selling hair products with proper shelves. this is usually accomplished by placing a
shelf dedicated to displaying the products behind it. Waiting room is a very
important space that creates the image of the whole hair salon.
·
Work area
Hair wash
When designing this area, it is necessary to take
into consideration at least 2 specific pieces of furniture known as
“backwashing” and, in case, a platform or a raised part, which facilitates
staff work. Furnishings should be completed with shelving for storing various
products, such as shampoos, lotions, tools and towels.
Lighting is also very important to facilitate the work of the staff: an ideal solution is a spotlight system.
Cut/hair styling station
This area is the core of the salon,
where the hairdresser shows off his skills and the client checks the results in
the mirror. That is why when designing this area, special attention should be
paid to the electrical installation system. Direct lighting should be avoided and you should
rather opt for a diffused lighting, which does not create unpleasant shadows.
This area should be provided with at least 3/4
styling chairs and as many mirrors and furniture:
·
wall -mounted
furniture (recommended for smaller environments)
·
island units (for very large environments and more refined
and sophisticated customers).
This area can also be used for complementary
activities such as beauticians, cosmetologists, manicurists, etc
·
Services
WC
It is an area that must be compulsory provided in a
public place.
Sizes depend on the number of people who can be
present at the same time in the salon and by national regulatory requirements.
It should be accessible from the inside and a washing facility should also be
provided.
Ancillary rooms
The ancillary rooms are environments
used to store work tools and equipment, treatment products, cleaning tools, etc. This is
sized also according to working needs and in respect of the various national
and local requirements.
Hair salon furniture
Furniture plays a key role and it is
the element that better represents the character and style of the
owner/hairdresser. In addition, it is determined by addressing a specific target customer and to guarantee well-being and comfort.
Furnishing elements should be divided according to
the functional areas.
Waiting room: waiting chair, waiting couch and
coffee table
Customers who are waiting their turn,
should be “treated” with special care. This means that furniture must be
designed not only to match the style of the whole place but also that seats
must guarantee a sense of comfort. Also, you should find space for a small coffee
table for drinks and magazines.
Cash desk/reception: counter and display shelf
The cash desk area is to be
considered not only an area for payment, but also for reception. Furnishings
should therefore be chosen in order to make a good impact on the customer and
at the same time encourage purchasing. That is why it is useful to provide also a
counter or wall-mounted display shelves and the proper accent lighting to draw
the customer’s attention to the salon display.
Washing points and shelves
It is an extremely functional area, for this
reason, it should be extremely organized and it is necessary to install hair
washing furniture and shelves for treatment products and towels to allow smooth
activities and flows.
Work area (styling station area): wall-mounted or
island furniture, mirror and seats
Another functional area that represents the
identity of the place and enhances its aesthetics. The wall-mounted or island
furniture should be arranged to help staff working without obstacles. Lighting
can enhance every single step of a customer journey (especially in presence of
mirrors) and daily tasks.
Hair
salon design: a practical example
Our practical case study describes
a hair salon of around 100 m² designed to have a vintage style and having
old barber salons as reference. The floor plan includes the following environments:
·
entrance
·
salon
·
storage room
·
separate toilets
European regulations for hairdresser lead to the following guidelines:
·
rooms with constant height ≥
2.70 m
·
hygiene
services room height ≥ 2.40m
·
hallways height ≥ 2.10 m
·
surface for ventilation ≥
1/10 floor area (if not possible, mechanical ventilation should be envisaged)
·
a service room that envisages a
single employee should be at least 15 m² and it will increase by 5 m² for each
additional employee
·
facility floors must have a homogenous and washable surface
Entrance
The entrance is
divided into 2 areas, one for the cash desk and
the one for the waiting room. The first one is furnished with a reception desk
designed both for arriving and for leaving customers; behind it there is a
display shelf for products. The waiting area gives a sense of relax and comfort
to the customer. In the middle, we can find two couches with a coffee table.
Salon
The salon is also divided into 2 main areas,
providing separate services to female
and male customers. Each section is divided into 2
other areas: one for washing and one for cutting / styling.
A raised platform has been mounted in the shampoo
area for the staff to better perform their tasks. Furthermore, 2 partition
walls have been arranged orthogonally together with a product dispensary.
The area for cutting / styling has been set up with
3 workstations.
WC
Toilets and washing facility are
separated by gender. A great attention was paid to meet the needs of
disabled people.
4 things to keep in mind for a hair salon design
1.
Divide the environment into different areas,
arranging them in a functional manner
2.
Define the functions for
each different area
3.
Size areas according to standard provisions
4.
Ensure that certain levels of comfort are
met
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