In a salon, the mirror is where clients spend the most time. Recent salon interiors treat that spot as a booth of its own.

The first image pairs arched mirrors with patterned wallpaper for a classic feel. The frames are thick enough for the mirror to read as wall relief, while glass shelves keep the base light.

The second is the modern counterpart, set along the window. Bulb-lit mirrors keep shadows off the face, and a wood counter with black drawer units settles the tone.

Salons are heavy on plumbing and power. Shampoo-room supply and drainage, dryer circuits and ventilation must be resolved at drawing stage, or the walls get opened again later.