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ARABIAN Tales
Luxurious interiors and exotic atmosphere, Priyanka Parshurami gets you a sneak peek into The Black Dahlia Unisex Salon, featuring the rich cultural heritage of the Middle East.
• Salon Name: The Black Dahlia Unisex Salon
• Address: Praan Hair and Skin Solutions, Shop no 9, RNA Eclat Yamuna Nagar Road, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, Mumbai 400053
• Owner: Pratika Jain
• Size: 1500 sq ft
• How many staff: 15
• How long has the salon been on the premises: 4 Months
• Budget: ₹ 15 lakhs
The interior design and ambience of a salon play a crucial role in the success of a salon. The interior is the first thing clients see when they enter a salon. A well-designed and visually appealing interior creates a positive first impression, making clients feel comfortable and excited about their visit.
Here are the elements that make for stunning Arabian-themed interiors.
ARABIAN INFLUENCE
The key to designing an Arabic salon interior is to combine elements of luxury, opulence and cultural heritage to create a unique and memorable experience for clients.
Archways and niches: Arabian architecture is characterised by graceful archways and decorative niches. Consider incorporating arched doorways, windows and alcoves throughout the salon to evoke a sense of elegance and grandeur.
Colour palette: Like traditional Arabian architecture, they have used sandy beige and golden hues as dominant colours, and black to give a rich and royal look.
Lighting: Lighting plays a crucial role in setting the mood. Decorative lanterns with intricate metal work or can be used with soft, warm light stained glass to cast beautiful patterns.
Furniture: Traditional Arabic salons have plush seating like floor cushions, poufs and divans featuring carved wooden furniture with intricate detailing for a touch of elegance. Ikonic Furniture was able to provide with furniture to suit this requirement perfectly and elegantly.
Top tips for salon’s interiors
• The space and interiors should be spacious
• Use elements and designs, which would give a royal luxurious feel
• Comfortable furniture for luxurious comfort
This article appears in the Aug-Sept 23 Issue of Professional Beauty/ Hairdressers Journal India
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This article appears in the Aug-Sept 23 Issue of Professional Beauty/ Hairdressers Journal India