Lake Zurich, Illinois
Owner: Rose DePaola
Salon style: Urban, sleek
Square footage: 3,600
Styling stations: 6 cut, 5 color
Treatment rooms: 1
Equipment: Olymp 4010
Furniture: Pavillion, Freestyle Systems
Total design investment: $500,000
Top retail lines: Baba & Theo, Sojourn, Keune
Design: Loren Reid, Seaman & Assoc.
Architect: Ehlke Lonigro Architects
Judges comments:
“The retail area definitely draws attention and is creative with the way it fl ows out into the rest of the space.”
—Martin
“The curved retail wall is a nice element.”
—Nelson
“The colors, artwork and stations lend a very tribal, yet modern feel that is warm and inviting.”
—Terry
“I wanted to create a peaceful environment in our Lather Lounge. The dim lighting and aromatherapy scents combined with relaxing music brings clients down a few notches. Every guest getting hair services receives a 5-minute neck and shoulder massage—it prepares them to enjoy the services they are about to receive.”
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