Ever since industrial design trend exploded into public consciousness, the world has been taken with it. To a generation obsessed with authenticity, cement texture is one that is well perceived and appreciated as industrial element.
Therefore, in this project, located at The Leafz, instead of going with the sleek and smooth aesthetic typical of salons, designer Ayden decided to use a modern industrial concept in all its uncovered splendour. The salon’s design largely draws on its strategic use of render finishing on the cement walls and black furnishings to give it a truly grand ambience.
This striking yet still comfortable atmosphere is readily apparent at the reception area itself on the ground floor which sets the tone with its cement counter. Behind the counter, Ayden used a muted but sleek-looking palette of laminate finishes for display cabinet which adorns with modern finesse.
In order to make the interior looks less masculine, wood-grained finishing were used in certain areas such as beam’s finishing, counter table top, hair styling stations etc. In addition, designer inspired lounge chairs with wood and black were used also promote the grand ambience.
A 56 sqft brick wall with cement texture finishing was constructed in the centre of the salon to divide the reception area and hair styling area. A suspended grid ceiling with black metal finishing were installed on the newly constructed wall to escalate the industrial feel.
Lastly, concrete texture floor tiles also play important role in this interior where they are perfectly matched with the cement texture walls, black and wood finishings that defined its ambience.
Project: Hair Absolute
Project Type: Commercial Retail
Location: The Leafz, Sungai Besi
Designer: Ayden Ng
Completion Year: July 2020
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