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Barbershop · Emmer's
Design project for a barbershop, 70 m²
Salon · 70 m² · Completed
About the project
The barbershop interior was designed around the outlook of its regulars, and the result blends rugged character, polish and, of course, the kind of comfort men actually appreciate. The setting puts people at ease, so every visit takes place in a friendly atmosphere that the client and the barber both enjoy.
Client request
Create a barbershop with a masculine character, rugged but comfortable, where every visit takes place in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere for the client and the barber alike.
Challenge
Combine the raw loft look of exposed services with domestic warmth, so that the room does not feel like a cold workshop but invites long, unhurried conversation.
Concept
A loft in a warm key: exposed ducting and wiring across the ceiling, timber, leather and an aged floor carry the rugged character, while pastel ecru on the walls and touches of olive-green velvet soften it.
Result
The result is a coherent interior with a masculine character of its own: a practical working area at the mirrors, a lounge with tall stools at the panoramic window, and carefully chosen decoration in which every print on the wall adds to the atmosphere.
Trust metrics
70 m²
Floor area
2019
Completion year
2 months
Design period
Zones of the project “Design project for a barbershop, 70 m²”
01 Zone
Interior
The colour palette of the barbershop is chosen for visual comfort. The walls are a pastel shade of ecru, the colour of unbleached wool, which sits naturally against a ceiling in river-pearl tones and a floor that mixes warm beige, sand and chocolate with a light patina. Against that background, furniture in deep browns, blacks and greens stands out strongly. The design suits the tastes of the men it was made for.
In the design, the hair-washing area is separated from the main room by glass partitions that do not crowd the space. This corner holds two black backwash units, divided by a white shelving unit for accessories: everything here is practical and functional.
One unusual decision was to put the waiting area right at the panoramic window. Settled on tall stools at a compact counter, men can talk at leisure and look out over the city. Decoration is kept to a minimum, but every element draws the eye: the name of the barbershop in gold letters on black, small graphic prints and two large plants that bring in a note of freshness. The design draws on urban, minimalist and loft interiors.
02 Zone
WC
The WC continues the loft theme of the project: grey hexagonal tiles run halfway up the wall, exposed red wiring follows the perimeter of the ceiling, and the floor is a patchwork of patterned encaustic tiles. A wall-hung basin on a timber counter and a graphic portrait above the toilet keep the same restrained, rugged character as the main room.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the project
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the project
What is the cost of barbershop design?
We calculate the cost individually after the brief and the measured survey: it depends on the floor area, the number of workstations and whether a separate waiting area is needed. For a sense of scale, Emmer's, at 70 m², is a mid-sized barbershop with several chairs plus a WC.
How do you plan a barbershop within 70 m²?
On a floor area like this it is critical to get the spacing between chairs and the width of the walkways right: a barber has to work freely without catching the man next to him. At Emmer's we fitted in the workstations, the waiting area and the WC so that the flow of clients does not cross the work itself.
Why was loft chosen for the barbershop design?
Loft is almost an industry standard for barbershops: rough textures, dark metal and exposed wiring tell you at first glance that this is a masculine, hard-edged place. Loft also doesn't call for expensive finishes, which keeps the budget within sensible limits.
What is included in a barbershop design project?
A layout showing where the chairs and mirrors go, the selection of materials and lighting, electrical and plumbing drawings for the WC, and visualisations for the owner to approve. Procurement and design supervision are available on separate request.
How long does barbershop design take?
A project like Emmer's takes about two months from start to a finished set of documentation: the floor area is below our standard 100 m² benchmark, so the timeline is shorter too. We work with clients both in person and remotely, depending on the project.
What role does lighting play in a barbershop?
The light at the chair has to be even and free of colour cast, or the barber misjudges the tone of a beard or a cut. Everywhere else you can play with contrast and darker corners, so the barbershop keeps its atmosphere without giving up the workstations.