Paper Plane Architects

Fluidity & FlowTrichoLab @ Wheelock Place

ClientSkinLab The Medical Spa

LocationSingapore

Size125 m2

StatusCompleted

Year2024

Located within a premier shopping mall on Orchard Road, TrichoLab is an innovative hair and scalp care salon that seamlessly merges medical science with natural wellness. The interior design embodies this fusion, creating a space where material contrasts, spatial flow, and sensory details converge in perfect harmony.

Inspired by the fluidity of hair, the salon’s layout features gently curved walls that guide clients through a calming, uninterrupted journey. Rose gold metal mesh partitions define distinct zones, offering lightness and transparency while serving a dual purpose as functional storage for salon tools. The use of digital fabrication techniques mirrors the precision and innovation central to hair science, with each component meticulously designed to enhance both form and function.

A serene color palette of soft peach, rose gold, and neutral tones fosters a soothing ambiance, while textured paint finishes and layered, laser-cut fabric ceilings introduce movement and elegance. Raw concrete accents and verdant greenery provide a tactile contrast, seamlessly integrating nature into the design. Diffused lighting enhances the overall atmosphere, casting a soft, flattering “beauty filter” effect that further elevates the sensory experience.

The interior’s innovative design reflects the cutting-edge nature of TrichoLab’s hair science offerings. Custom, digitally fabricated elements throughout the space, from the sculptural partitions to the precision-cut ceiling treatments, echo the precision and expertise applied in hair and scalp care. This use of technology and craftsmanship bridges the gap between beauty and wellness, demonstrating how scientific advancement is woven into every aspect of the salon’s design.

Through the integration of digital fabrication, sustainable materials, and wellness-centric design principles, TrichoLab transcends the conventional salon model. It offers more than just a service—it delivers a transformative, restorative experience. The project establishes a new standard for contemporary salon design in Asia, redefining beauty spaces as sanctuaries of care, innovation, and mindful luxury.