Interiors: Dublin Hair Restoration Professionals, Glasnevin, Dublin 11

Dublin Hair Restoration Professionals is the brainchild of siblings Dean and Jessica Kidd, who both worked in many different sectors, before spending the last 13 years in the hair replacement industry. 

“My skill set has always been management and the day-to-day running of a salon, while Jess is a chartered accountant and has always been involved in the back end of business,” explains Dean Kidd. “Over Christmas we joked about starting a business together, and that went from a dream to a reality.” 

Kidd says they had a specific vision for the salon from the outset. “We wanted a luxury feel – something like a hotel or spa. We believe that our hair replacement stylists Ema, Rob and Jenny are the best in the country, and we wanted their treatment rooms and our premises to reflect that. 

“It was important to us that we show our clients that we want only the best for them and our staff. Some of our clients might be sensitive about the idea of hair replacement, so we wanted to take the focus off the ‘why’ they are here, and focus instead on making them feel comfortable. Our new premises helps them feel like they are in safe hands from the moment they arrive. 

As they began their business journey together, the Kidds enlisted the services of Gainfort Salon Design, working closely with owner Michael Gainfort for the duration of the project. “When we met with Michael, Jess and I explained what we had in mind, and then he spent time with us, taking in the premises, and our ideas and vision. He evaluated everything, telling us what was practical or not practical, and why. He came back to us then with the perfect design. 

“The workroom needed to have enough storage space, along with space for staff to take a break and relax. We decided on a double-sided kitchen/workroom, and Michael delivered exactly what we had in mind. For the stylist rooms, we wanted something that would be comfortable and enjoyable for the client to spend time in, but also practical for the stylist. Michael came up with the idea of a free-standing backwash, an all-in-one stylist unit and chairs with wheels. After the client’s hair is washed, the chair can be wheeled over to a lovely desk-like space. They can work, watch a show on their tablet or just relax.” 

This article was published in the September/October 2025 issue of PB/HJ Ireland.