Salons of the Year 2017: The Collective A Salon
Exposed stainless steel HVAC, brick walls, multidimensional wood floors and shears embedded in backlit resin pieces throughout lend an industrial feel to The Collective A Salon in Atlanta, Georgia. Take a virtual tour of this 2017 Salons of the Year honoree.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2017: Base Salon
Green wainscoting, textured wallpaper and gritty urban photography bring a big personality to Base Salon in Chicago, Illinois, one of our 2017 Salons of the Year.
Salons of the Year 2017: Backstage Salon + Spa
Stunning teal seats with matching suspended dryers at the blowdry bar help Backstage Salon + Spa create a New England seaside decor in Rowley, Massachusetts. Take a tour of this 2017 Salon of Distinction.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2017: Art + Science West Loop
While the orange-tiled backsplash and the tray ceiling with inset copper detail bring splashes of warmth to Art + Science located in the West Loop neighborhood of Chicago, a barbershop within the salon's reception area make the design truly unique. Take a tour of this 2017 Salon of Distinction.
by Stacey Soble
Minerva Beauty Presents the Sam Villa Signature Series Cutting Stool
This stool is designed to reduce stress on the body by increasing the comfort for stylists as they assist clients.
Salons of the Year 2017: Anagen 11
A reclaimed wood ceiling, a multitude of pendant lighting and a custom 3D desk add to the bright industrial charm of Anagen 11 in Appleton, Wisconsin, one of our 2017 Salons of Distinction.
by Stacey Soble
Announcing the 2017 Salons of the Year Finalists
Salon Today announces its 2017 Salons of Distinction, finalists for its Salons of the Year competition. These finalists now proceed to the final round of judging to determine which one will capture the cover of the May issue of Salon Today.
by Stacey Soble
SALON TOUR: Like A Gentleman Barbershop in West Hollywood
Like A Gentleman Barbershop is a distinctive addition to LA’s hospitality scene. This far from traditional, modern day barber salon showcases custom-made decor and grooming services that will allow an ordinary man to leave looking and feeling like a true gentleman.
SALON TOUR: RA_ Bar Beauty in West Hollywood
RA_ Bar Beauty is a boutique salon serving the diverse populations of West Hollywood, Beverly Hills and the highly sought-after surrounding areas. The salon is boutique, and following the current trend, it is located off Santa Monica Boulevard, offering their high-profile clients privacy.
Introducing Buy-Rite's New Line of Vanity Styling Stations
Each station is available in four vibrant wood finishes and features a marble counter-top.
3 Salon Owners Describe the Impact that Millard Kwon Design Renovations Had On Their Businesses
At Redken Symposium 2017, Millard Kwon Design presented new collections and services for salons to revamp their interior designs, whether by adding a few new elements or undergoing a complete makeover.
Eurisko Design Launches Comprehensive Salon Services and Names New Division Leaders
Eurisko staffs up.
by Anne Moratto
Salons of the Year 2016: Metro Barber
Metro Barber in Tallahassee, Florida is a modern take on the classic barbershop with vintage, black-and-white-checked flooring and stations with simple white sinks for straight-razor shaves.
by Stacey Soble
Take a Tour of Namaste Salon and Spa
In Wheaton, Illinois, floor-to-ceiling windows flood Namaste Salon and Spa with light, while original textures make clients feel at home.
by Stacey Soble
5 Tips for Creating the Best Salon of the Year Images, Deadline Extended to Feb. 10
As Salon Today extends its deadline for Salons of the Year 2017, it offers five tips for creating the strongest images for the photo-based salon design competition.
by Stacey Soble
Salons of the Year 2016: Niki Moon Salon
Niki Moon Salon features a 30-foot high, A-frame ceiling covered in knotty pines and accented by solid wood support beams painted in black. The salon has a feeling of open airiness, and the wood instantly creates a sense of warmth and comfort.
by Stacey Soble
The Triumphs and Pitfalls of Design According to a Salon Architect
DMAC Architecture in Chicago is the creative force behind the salon design of Anthony Cristiano and Mario Tricoci’s flagship location in Chicago. Both spaces are clean, calm and modern, but have a unique identity that reflects their brands. That, according to DMAC Architecture Principal Dwayne MacEwen, is the key to a successful salon design.