Located in a famous salon in Melbourne, updated by local interior design studio Kennon for famous hairstylist Joey Scandizzo. The designer skillfully combines a metallic, vibrant look with sensual serenity in a historic Victorian Italian-style building. Functions are seamlessly hidden in beauty. While the ribbed arch appears to glow effortlessly, it requires a lot of consultation with experts to make the lighting as close to natural daylight as possible. And the application of the striking terrazzo covering the surface was a precise and deliberate move.

Part of a brand overhaul, the renovation went beyond the revamping of the interiors to include the enhancement of the client experience. it’s also a place where one can unwind from a hectic week, have some “me time”, boost one’s self-confidence, socialize and regain a sense of community. With this in mind, Kennon has designed a space of understated opulence that harbours a soothing yet invigorating ambience.

Meticulously restored ceiling cornices and ornate archways that evoke the building’s architectural heritage are complemented by a custom marmarino plaster finish, while the bold use of dark grey terrazzo for both floors and furniture seamlessly tie everything together.Divided into two sections, the salon’s new configuration reflects the client’s journey. At the front of the salon, a meditative room of soft curves and off-white hues is where the initial consultation and subsequent hair cut or styling take place, while at the back, a more invigorating and playful space of coloured reflections and metallic sheen is reserved for the hair washing and colouring.

Echoing the building’s original arched openings, Kennon designed a series of arched niches that function as intimate booths whose supple shaped, round-edged contours and soft lighting have a soothing, therapeutic effect on clients, helping them relax at the hands of their hairdresser. On the contrary, the metallic wall panelling and dichroic glass partition in the hair-washing area foster an energetic and fun atmosphere.