# Austere Barber Shop Interiors This Tokyo Barber Shop Boasts a Minimalist Pared Down Interior By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-05-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barber-shop References: [retaildesignblog.net](http://retaildesignblog.net/2015/05/28/udagawa-barber-shop-by-mikiya-kobayashi-tokyo-japan/) & [mikiyakobayashi](http://mikiyakobayashi.com/) This recently opened Udagawa barber shop in Tokyo is a highly innovative minimalist approach to the conventional salon space. The conceptual layout is pared down to contain only the essentials, while it is also stands out thanks to its [contrasting plywood and white walls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate).The space was designed by Mikiya Kobayashi. The emptiness of the space is wonderfully refreshing, especially when compared to the stereotypical buzz of a traditional salon space filled with copies of old magazines. The black fixtures and [sleek high-tech salon chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fifteen-east) leave plenty of room for imagination and is sure to be a conversation-starter in itself. The stylized barber shop space commands a great amount of attention thanks to its general curb appeal, especially when compared to the colorful overwhelming graphics of its neighbors. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalist Design:** Opportunity for businesses to create streamlined and simplistic interiors that focus on essential elements. - **Contrasting Materials:** Innovation lies in using contrasting materials to create a visually striking and unique atmosphere. - **Curb Appeal:** Opportunity for businesses to grab attention by having a standout and visually appealing exterior design. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Barber Shops:** Barber shops can explore minimalistic designs and contrasting materials to create a unique customer experience. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior designers to embrace minimalism and experimentation with contrasting materials in their projects. - **Salons:** Innovation lies in moving away from traditional salon designs and adopting minimalist, conversation-starter interiors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Terrazzo Hair Salons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koda-hair-salon.md) - [Pared-Back Coffee Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-bottle-coffee-shop1.md) - [Local-Inspired Charming Salons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gxbar.md) - [Seasonal Patisserie Interior](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/season-patisserie.md) - [Residential-Reflective Tranquil Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aloop-clinic.md) - [Organically designed Salon Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curly-lab.md) - [Spaciously Modern City Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brandor-coffee.md) - [Minimalist Café Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/12-matcha-caf.md) - [Home-Like Retail Store Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conran-shop.md)