# Ultra Minimalist Salons The Modern 'Ne' Salon in Osaka, Japan By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-01-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ne-salon References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/12867/teruhiro-yanagihara-ne-hair-salon-osaka.html) & [teruhiroyanagihara.jp](http://teruhiroyanagihara.jp/#/2193) The 'ne' salon in Osaka, Japan takes minimalism to the extreme. The [hair salon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gxbar) is owned by two young entrepreneurs who wanted it to be designed in a way that hides the purpose of the space being revealed as the customer is brought in. The sleek, [ultra-minimalist design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fifteen-east) of the 'ne' salon was achieved through the use of abstract objects and ambiguous volumes within the space. Huge mirrors hide hairdressing chairs, [oversized concrete steps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fj-apartment) serve as seating and display shelves, and doors that feature seamless spines appearing as though they were simply cut-outs from the wall make this salon super unique. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/9/view/12867/teruhiro-yanagihara-ne-hair-salon-osaka.html), [teruhiroyanagihara.jp](http://teruhiroyanagihara.jp/#/2193) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Ultra Minimalist Design:** Opportunity for innovative design solutions that prioritize simplicity and minimalism in various industries. - **Ambiguous Space:** Space design that hides the purpose of the area can create unique and intriguing customer experiences. - **Seamless Integration:** Incorporating seamless elements into the design can add a sense of fluidity and creativity to different spaces. ### Where This Applies - **Interior Design:** Innovative interior design concepts that emphasize ultra-minimalism and create hidden spaces for various purposes. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and restaurants can explore ambiguous space design to surprise and engage guests, enhancing the overall experience. - **Retail:** Using seamless integration in retail spaces can create visually appealing environments that drive customer engagement and brand loyalty. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dynamic Terrazzo Hair Salons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/koda-hair-salon.md) - [Minimal Japanese Home Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-in-kyobate.md) - [Art-Inspired Hair Salon Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-arts-salon.md) - [Organically designed Salon Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curly-lab.md) - [Minimalist Café Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/12-matcha-caf.md) - [Minimal Interior Sushi Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushibox-restaurant.md) - [Japanese Minimalist-Inspired Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fifteen-east.md) - [Radial Modern Barbershops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-barbershops.md) - [Neutral Tonal Jewelry Showrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mariha.md)