Vintage-look by Mikaiyi Design

Hair salons are springing up at the south of Taichung City; hence, how to create a space different from the others was the main task for this design. After grasping the trends among society, especially the young generation, the designer has constructed the space with the concept of “A Check-in Spot,” encouraging customers to take photos as souvenirs. The color tones, the materials, and the furnishings are perfectly arranged to create a comforting balance for this hair salon; when people step in, they would want to take photos and share them online.

Unlike typical traditional salons, this space is filled with richness and luxury through the color changes and the selection of materials. For example, arch mirrors are embedded with titanium plating bars to eliminate the dullness of standard mirrors, and vintage-like modeling wall lamps are set up between seats that echo with blue linear wallpapers. The overall emits an exotic vibe to give customers experiences they have never felt before. At the same time, the wave modeling on the walls is reproduced from recycled fiberboards, while the imported marble-imitating tiles on the floor are certified as green products. Furthermore, system cabinets are set up in several corners to take sustainability into practice.

Titanium plating materials, wave modeling walls, marble-imitating tiles, and system cabinets.

Titanium plating mirrors are set up to layer the space while the wave modeling walls are reproduced from recycled fiberboards. As for the flooring, marble-imitating tiles simulate the stone grains, adding a sense of luxury while contributing to the environment by avoiding using natural stone materials. Furthermore, the system cabinets are made of wooden plates from reclaimed forests.

The building is a pre-owned house with over 25 years of history. At first, the designer noticed the lack of lightings, poor ventilation conditions, and the long and narrow shape of the interior. Since a hair salon is a commercial space where guests usually spend over two hours, the area must be relaxing and comfortable to give users better experiences. Hence, glasses, transparent doors, and the reflecting characteristics of mirrors are used to expand the space visually. At the same time, blue-tonal walls, embedded titanium-plated frames, and grey paints are decorated to create a strong color contrast within the light-themed interior. Furthermore, vintage-like seats in steady tones are placed to give a classic and semi-luxurious sense to the expansive space while providing customers a refreshing and comfy environment.

Designer Profile

Chef Designer：BAI FU KAI

Team Members：LIU I HAN