Salon Decor: Creating a spa-like environment

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In a world where multi-tasking and multi-hyphenated job titles are the norm. Salon clients are looking for something more than simply a salon where they get a haircut. They are seeking refuge from the chaos in their day and an opportunity for a few hours of self-care.  With the growing trend of warm minimalism curated  in an artisanal way,  We’ve rounded up some of our favorite salon decor that encompasses the look of a salon sanctuary.

Salon Decor Concept: Quiet Sanctuary

To create an ideal quiet sanctuary for your salon clients, consider adopting a few environment details from your favorite spa. There are a lot of salons on the market that mimic chaotic retail store energy. This presence a niche opportunity for salons to create a space that fuses spa-hospitality with salon services. This salon/spa fusion niche caters to the growing demand for calm experiences. Cool Factor Lab has rounded up a few key Salon Decor concepts you can adopt to create a more zen-like environment for your guests.

BREATHING ROOM:

Create ample space in-between clients to help quiet conversations and social distance. Adding Room dividers elevates the spa-like experience and help clients feel as if they are having one on one time with their stylist without visual distraction from other clients and staff.

Zen Music:

The techno or invigorating top 40 hits that most salons play would be a salon sanctuary no-no. Subscribe to an ad-free streaming music service and search for your favorite curated zen playlists.

Add Spa-Like Details:

Add an infusion bar with water infused with refreshing fruit which will add to the salon sanctuary experience while giving your clients an extra slice of self-care.

Sure this creates a little extra effort on your part but it can make a world of difference to your client’s salon experience. A popular spa in Seattle provides orange slices as a special treat after a service and clients rave about it on Google Reviews and Yelp! An investment of one bag of oranges a week and an extra 10 minutes per day is absolutely worth free word-of-mouth advertising!

A Place For The Eyes To Rest.

When creating a salon decor theme that feels like a sanctuary, note that the style doesn't have to be boring. You can create visual interest with texture and by creating friction between smooth and matte finishes.

In a maximalist space, you use every nook and cranny to create visual collages but with a sanctuary space, aim for playing with scale.  Add larger items or group- like items together to create visual interest while keeping the look airy and calm.

Create Relaxation Zones

Designate areas in your salon space where you clients can just chill while they are processing or while waiting for their service. Consider social distancing in your design decision. Perhaps there are some extra tidbits and sanctuary ideas you can borrow from your favorite spa. Such as, suspending airy white linen drapes to create room dividers is a simple way to create relaxation zones.

Removing Friction:

Can you make the experience cashless with an automated salon membership? Can you create tabs for your clients and let them have access to key features in your salon that make them feel at home? Are their premium add-on services you can add to create a custom experience for your clients? Also consider how you can remove friction from the online booking experience. Aim for making payment processing and appointment booking as simple as possible for your clients.

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Salon Decor Style: Quiet Sanctuary