time.

Photography by Ron Timehin

We were invited by TIDY Architects to make a suite of custom furniture for time. a new flagship barbershop located in the heart of Shoreditch, London

The founders of time. barbershop approached TIDY Architects with a wholesome and simple brief: to develop a warm and welcoming space that reflected their personalities. Set amongst a typically vibrant Shoreditch side street, time. was always intended to be more than a barbershop. It is a social space, a coffee shop, a workspace, a gallery, or whatever the owners felt could benefit their friends and the local community. The required building works were minimal, making the project more about the careful placement of bespoke joinery elements. This furniture needed to be both elegant and robust, transforming a simple white shell into something unique and full of interest.

The custom barber stations were crafted from Birch Plywood. The quality of this material is embraced and characterised by an exquisite, layered edge detail and subtle grain pattern. A honey tone colour adds warmth to create a calm, elegant and quietly sophisticated design direction. Paired with a beautiful Charcoal Walnut Foresso surface which adds a layer of texture and intrigue.

From our first meeting with Dual Works we have thoroughly enjoyed developing this project with them. Our job as Architects is always so much easier when working with nice people who share our creative passion. From concept to completion the Dual Works team were both engaging and proactive in assisting the design process. Through their expertise we were able to deliver a bespoke joinery scheme that excelled the clients expectations.

Chris Robinson | Director | ARB | TIDY Architects

Firstly, Dual Works are lovely, dedicated people and you can tell they really care. 

This year we had the privilege and pleasure of meeting the team after being recommended to them by our architect Chris. 

We gave them a challenge, our time frame was very tight but despite that they absolutely nailed it. Their work is of the highest quality and finish, we were all blown away with how stunning our bespoke cabinets are. 

Dual Works has our ongoing support, we honestly cannot recommend them highly enough. 

Dom Holt, Tommy Cunliffe, Callum McDondald | Co - founders of time. Shoreditch

TIDY Architects are a design-led practice, driven to create beautiful, distinct buildings and spaces, intended to be inhabited and enjoyed.

time. is a new flagship barbershop located in the heart of Shoreditch, London

Photography Credits

Photography by Ron Timehin courtesy of time.