Montreal’s creative pulse just got a little stronger. Designed by Lemoignan Studio, Maniac Barbier, already a fixture in Griffintown, has unveiled a second chapter that is less shop, more social hub. Their new spot at Plateau Mont-Royal turns the classic barbering ritual into a communal experience by folding in a café front and centre.
A Design That Feels Like Home
Placed right across from Parc La Fontaine, the space is drenched in daylight and ingeniously arranged to play with levels. Step in, and you are welcomed by a low-ceiling café corner, soft light, buzzing baristas, and an intimate energy that makes you pause, maybe take a seat. It works as a warm invitation before the haircut.
From there, a few steps lead down into the grooming zone: five sleek barber chairs beneath a fabric-stretched ceiling that glows like a photo studio. It is visible from outside too, thanks to a wall of windows, an open invitation for the curious passer-by to peek in or step through.
Materials That Speak Without Saying
Designed by By LEMOIGNAN, the interiors strike a rare balance of grit and polish. Dark wood anchors the space; brushed aluminum meets rich textures at each station. Brown leather seating, glossy green marble counters, and matte deep-green floor tiles layer in visual richness and purpose, nothing feels random or superficial.
Lighting adds character without fuss: vintage sconces channel old-car headlamps, while chrome-and-yellow table lamps spark unexpected warmth. It is thoughtful, not themed.
A Place for More Than Just a Cut
This is not a barbershop. You can grab quality coffee, watch a cut, chat with a barber, and soak up the vibe. Designed to be part community, part culture showcase, it feels like a neighbourhood’s living room meets a grooming atelier.
Location: 1101 Rachel – Appartements Plateau Mont-Royal, Montreal, Canada
Design by Lemoignan
Photography, Alex Lesage
Source: The Cool Hunter