# Mountaineering-Inspired Salons This Osaka Salon is Inspired by the Unpredictability of Climbing By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-11-20 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/osaka-salon References: [retaildesignblog.net](http://retaildesignblog.net/2015/11/20/equip-salon-by-sides-core-osaka-japan/) Inspired by the unpredictability of mountain climbing, this Osaka salon boasts a magnificent [minimalist decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-environment) that allows for easy and fast reconfiguration and personalization of the space. Elements of the space incorporate materials that provide [mountaineering-inspired imagery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jakob-sprenger), such as the use of wooden pegboards and mirrors suspended from cables. With almost no color and only a single accent in the form of a yellow geometrical lamp hanging from the ceiling, the space is [monochromatic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cosmetic-clinic), ultramodern and entirely minimalist. With unfinished concrete and whiteout walls, the space feels inviting and ripe for inspiration from the customers. The Equip Salon was designed by Osaka-based architecture and design agency SIDES CORE, founded by husband and wife team Sohei and Sumiko Arao in 2005. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 69% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Minimalist Interiors:** The increasing trend of minimalist, monochromatic interiors that allow space for personalization and easy reconfiguration of space provide opportunities for disruptive design innovation. - **Adventure-inspired Spaces:** The trend of adventure and nature-inspired spaces, such as mountaineering inspired salons, can be leveraged to create unique experiences for consumers in the hospitality and retail industries. - **Unpredictable Design:** The use of unpredictable design elements that borrow from nature and unconventional sources can add a refreshing yet cohesive spin to traditional design and offer opportunities for innovation in various industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Minimalist, adventure-inspired interiors can elevate the guest experience in hotels, spas, salons and restaurants by creating a unique and personalized environment that is memorable and immersive. - **Retail:** Retail spaces can adopt minimalist, adventure-inspired design to create brand differentiation and enhance customer experience through visual merchandising, store layout, and unique storytelling. - **Architecture and Design:** The use of innovative yet nature-inspired design elements, such as the mountaineering-inspired salon, can provide new avenues of exploration and creativity for architects and designers seeking to challenge conventional design principles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Organically designed Salon Interiors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curly-lab.md) - [Climbing Wall-Integrated Apartments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/musa-apartment.md) - [Local-Inspired Charming Salons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gxbar.md) - [Residential-Reflective Tranquil Clinics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aloop-clinic.md) - [Art-Inspired Hair Salon Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nova-arts-salon.md) - [Japanese-Inspired Elevated Pied-à-Terres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/piedterre.md) - [Rock-Climbing Work Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hidden-climbing-gym.md) - [Elegantly Minimalist Retail Environments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retail-environment.md) - [Light-Filled Alpine Lofts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omarama-attic.md)