THE experience of having a haircut might never be the same again. That is the intention of Paul Brady at his latest venture, simply named Brady.

‘A haircut or hair salon simply does not exist any longer in the fast-moving, natural-product-hungry industry of fashion and well-being,’ said Mr Brady.

‘The environment we have created for our guests is all about making the experience of having a haircut or colour a little different while moving within modern trends.

‘The space we work from is a very important part of our philosophy. Creativity, comfort, terrific haircutting, style and confidence would be a quick way to sum up what we have tried to create at Brady.’

The new salon includes two hairdressing areas, white floors, tall mirrors, eight-foot-high doors, changeable spotlights and a waiting room with views of Herm.

‘We wanted to create an individual environment and use it as a creative space,’ he said.

‘We wanted to make people feel special again.’

He also plans to install a transparent glass square in one section of the floor, which is 35ft above a lit storage room.

‘It will give the impression that the floor is floating on air.’

The Brady design, which Mr Brady co-owns with business partner Brian Lee, was drawn up by Chris Martel, of Peter Falla & Associates.

‘We’re thrilled with the result,’ said Mr Brady.

‘We didn’t dilute any of the architect’s plans at all – we let him get on with it.’

Brady employs a stylist and a receptionist, but the owner plans to recruit more staff soon.

He said business had been very brisk since it had opened on 21 August.

Mr Brady is also keen to encourage artists and photographers to make use of the creative space.