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SALON DESIGN: COLE HAIR STUDIO
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COLE HAIR STUDIO IS A LUXURIOUS SALON HAVEN SET IN HIGH-END SYDNEY, TREATING CLIENTS TO EXPERT CARE, SERVICE, TALENT AND PRODUCTS IN AN UNMATCHED ENVIRONMENT, WRITES SHANNON GUSS.
Situated in Sydney’s affluent Double Bay suburb, Cole Hair Studio is the picture of modernity, catering to fittingly fashion-forward clients who have a penchant for luxury that Cole Hair Studio delivers on in every aspect.
Spearheaded by celebrity hairdresser, hair extensions expert and salon director Mariah Rota, alongside art director and manager Jordan Crugnale, the duo work together in a symbiotic partnership that speaks to the growth and success of the franchise and concept over the years.
“I started my career over 12 years ago at a high-end salon in the Eastern Suburbs. After my time there, I decided to create my own salon at home. With some of the biggest names visiting my apartment in Potts Point, I decided it was time to branch out and open my own salon,” Mariah explained. “With business booming at my Knox Street salon, I had no choice but to expand to a bigger location, needing someone I trusted to join me. This was when Jordan and I came together in partnership, creating Cole Hair Studio, combining our visions and opening our dream salon in Double Bay.”
The salon instantly inspires in its sophisticated design as anchored by hero marble textiles, seamlessly merging hair and fashion into one in both the inimitable aesthetic and ongoing work and energy of the salon.
“You first see the marble element in our desk which is displayed upon entrance, creating a sleek yet stylish ambiance as clients arrive. Our processing table is made from the same marble, to create an easy flow from the entrance into the salon itself. This design was inspired by 90s runway shows from Tom Ford and Gucci, with the idea of creating a fashionable studio, with a minimalist design,” Jordan explained.
“The styling of our studio is what sets our studio apart from all others,” Mariah added. “With design from Nicolas Gurlter, it creates the feeling of understated opulence. The Cole Hair Studio design is the definition of subtle luxury. Created with minimalism, openness and fashion in mind, we achieved the luxurious feel we wanted for the studio. Not only does our space radiate luxury fashion, but through our work, hair extensions, colour and cuts we demonstrate our skill in adapting to what is fashionable and on trend right now. Among all of this, it is our customer service and bubbly personalities that inject energy into the studio, differentiating us from the competition.”
Within these luxe walls, signature services include a focus on colour and hair extensions, drawing from the team’s extensive expertise in these areas and proving popular choices with the salon’s clientele. Hair extension services are facilitated by HairTalk Australia hair extensions, within which each extension is a custom-made piece, which is then specially fit to the clients’ hair requirements and requests.
-JORDAN CRUGNALE
Building on these technologies and partnerships, high quality product ranges in salon include L’Oréal Professionnel colour, Cloud Nine hair tools and Kérastase care products.
“Cole Hair Studio only uses tried and tested, luxury products. The quality of our products is of utmost importance to us, using only the best on the market,” Mariah said.
The salon sees a large demographic of men and women from various backgrounds, unified in their love of luxury, style and quality service and experiences.
“With clientele locally and internationally, Cole Hair’s demographic is expansive, but made to feel exclusive with the modern space, expert stylists and colourists, and thoughtful details making your appointment an experience unlike any other hair studio,” Jordan said.
“Our salon’s demographic is extremely broad,” Mariah agreed. “We have clients of all ages, orientations and professions. What they all have in common is their love for luxury, in a comfortable, down to earth space. Our clients come not only for our expertise in hair, but for the experience we create in the salon.”
Nikolas Gurtier Interior Designer @nickolasgurtlerv
Credits: Timothy Kaye Photographer @timothykaye
While this sense of luxury is instantly established and progressed in salon aesthetic, product partners and talent levels of the staff, the major luxury point of difference will always be in customer service that goes beyond just routines to facilitating a truly memorable client experience. In fusing the qualities of this high-end haven with a distinct energy and fashion savviness radiating throughout the space, Cole Hair Studio has built something truly special.
“At Cole Hair Studio, our main points of difference are customer service, the atmosphere and vibe of the salon and bringing luxury without the stigma,” Jordan shared. “Through many years in the industry, we at Cole Hair have learnt that the experience is just as important as the service being provided. It is our daily mission to create a positive, energetic atmosphere in the salon, while ensuring every client is meticulously cared for and feels comfortable in our space. It is our belief that you can enjoy a luxury experience, with exceptional service and vibrancy, without the stigmas or discomfort that can often come with first class experiences.”
Classy and considered – that’s Cole.
