When opening a nail salon, interiors play a crucial part. Yes, you'd have to perfect your nail buffing process and customer service, but without a relaxing interior, your customers would likely spend their precious me-time elsewhere. Here are nail salon design inspirations that will invite even the most meticulous clients.
1. Plush and Cute

This design is not only cute in a Barbie sort of way, but it's also a good layout for a nail salon with limited space. In addition to that, the elements don't require any special construction, making it a cheaper option for a new business.
2. Color Me White

This example shows us that you can pull off a mostly-white design as long as you know how to layer textures. That said, colorful pieces furniture pop up bright against the light background.
3. Sticks and Circles
One way to up your nail salon design game is to choose a shape that will become your main theme. For instance, this you can use various types of rounds and circles that create a cohesive look.
4. Natural Illumination
Use natural light to illuminate your nail studio. That said, place plants beside windows soften the light a bit, while a coffee bar can give the nail salon a cozy cafe feel.
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5. Playing with Lights
Experiment with various lighting fixture designs. Pendant lights and wall spotlights can create illuminations to give your design a strong visual impact.
6. Earth Tones

This design will make you feel like you're lounging in a tropical resort somewhere. The earth tones and tan seats combined with the wooden floors, make for a relaxing sight.
7. Dark and Elegant

Who says nail salon design must always be light and airy? This design proves that dark and cool-colored fixtures can also make for a classy nail spa interior.
8. Neutrals and Stripes
If you're looking for a way to break the monotony of neutrals in the room, then consider using a few bold stripes. You can use striped throw pillows in couches to instantly lend a Mediterranean look to the studio.
9. Barn Feels
White and neutral chairs create a classic but modern look. You can repurpose a barn door to lend a rustic feel to your studio.
10. Futuristic

This design example gives us a futuristic vibe without being over the top. The blue walls go well with chairs featuring rounded seat shapes.
11. Modern Retro

If you're thinking of pulling off a modern retrofeel, combine art deco wall decals with simple furniture shapes and vintage light fixtures.
12. Divided Room

If you're looking for a way to offer added privacy to clients, then this idea could help. The design features a divider in the middle of the room, allowing customers to get their nails done without having to awkwardly have another client sitting directly across.
13. Posh Accents
Nothing says posh like opulent fixtures and accents. You can mix together different posh elements to build a maximalist look that still looks cohesive.
14. Industrial Chic
If you're looking for an industrial nail salon design, you can use couches with clean shapes. Features custom foot spa sinks that can up the elegance level even more. In addition to that, a lighted brick wall makes all the elements come together.
15. Playing with Nature

Throw in nature elements in a design, and it will surely be relaxing to the eyes. It's, therefore, not a surprise that the ornamental flora in this nail studio lends a spa-like ambiance.
16. Pretty Pastels

This design makes for an elegant space that will make any customer feel like a queen. If there's anything we can learn from this visual, it's that solid colors and textures can work well together, even if they're of different styles.
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