I came to Boston on a business trip, my brother lives in Alston so; whilst visiting with my brother, I decided to get my hair cut. I called a few places around the area and they were rude and quick to get me off the phone. I call The Hair Design Center and was greeted with a warm inviting tone and they were able to fit me in right away. The owner was the one who worked on me. From the shampooing to the blow-dry this guy went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and comfortable. He even went as far as cleaning up my unruly back hair (I'm Italian) my boyfriend LOVES it!!!! Thank you so much for making me feel so welcome! The Hair Design Center will now be my hair place for life. I come to Boston regularly and I'm even looking at apartments here! 10/10 would recommend this place to anyone: men, women, children, and all others. read more

Frank's Hair Design Center is great. Both Frank and Liz have done my hair and I highly recommend either of them. Liz took my hair from ash blonde to honey blonde. I've been trying to get stylists to do this color for years, but none would listen to me. They would say they would do it, and then it would look the same. She listened to me and came up with the perfect formula. I'll definitely be back. read more

Hair Design Center - Honey color blonde - Hair Salons Near Me - Allston, Massachusetts

This is by far the best haircut i have ever received. Frank is truly a talented artist. Show him a picture and you will get exactly what you show him. Color looks very natural and i can't believe all the compliments i have received. I paid three times this amount on Newbury street and didn't get anywhere near this talent. read more

Literally one of the nicest haircuts I have had! Frank is so kind and was able to nail the exact cut I wanted. His expertise from all the years shines through :) read more

frank is wonderful, skilled and kind. has been cutting my hair (men, mid-length) for over a year

Cheap and very nice haircut. The owner is very friendly and experienced. He knows how to deal with my hair based on my head shape and gets the job done well. read more

I've been coming here for 10+ years now, both as a child with my family and now as a college student living nearby. I would 100% recommend Hair Design Center as I've always had positive experiences here. Frank and the rest of the staff are amazing and make you feel at home. Back in September of 2019 I had a keratin treatment done to my hair and it lasted for nearly 5-6 months which is significantly long for a keratin treatment. I will definitely be going back this September for another one! Frank is very brilliant when it comes to hair and knows his stuff well - it shows in the results. read more

Hair Design Center - Keratin Treatment - Hair Salons Near Me - Allston, Massachusetts

Frank is so kind and I loved the haircut!! Well worth the value :) I was a walk in but will be coming back for sure.

The sign on the shop says walk in's welcome. So I walked in and the guy inside looked surprised asking how he could help. I Said "Hello, I'd like a haircut when you can find the time". His reply " Well, You're not getting one now! " Which was off putting and kind of rude. Then says 3:30. I come back at 3:30 and there is a girl in a stool he is working on, her hair matted up as she said she hadnt washed it in a long time. He asked me to sit, after about 20 minutes he said thank you for your patience, the girl did have a major hair dilemma but after 40 minutes I had things I had to do. The girl asked about her hair and he says he doesnt know how long its going to take that its being tough. I get up and he says " oh wait , we are finishing up " ; its been 40 minutes and he just told the girl a few steps from me he had no idea how long it would take. He tried to get me to stay but I just said I had to put Quarters in the Meter and walked out. I came in because of the reviews but it doesn't seem he has it all together. He might give great haircuts but dont schedule someone and waste their time when they show up, I dont mind waiting a bit but with no idea the wait and places to be no thanks. 1. There is a Big dog they have roaming around inside so if you are allergic or afraid of dogs just throwing that out there. nice dog though. read more

I love getting my haircut here! Great quality cut and fun banter with Frank to pass the time. All for a good price. These kind of businesses are the bedrock of our local community please support! read more

Frank couldn't be better!! He is experienced sweet does amazing cuts - always listens!! Very reasonable-- You won't be disappointed!! His coloring has gotten me compliments from other hair dressers!! read more

I came here by chance - I had an appointment at Leeba, but there was a storm and they lost electricity, so they closed (without calling me, by the way). I was dying for a cut, so I ended up wandering around Allston-Brighton looking for a general hair salon (as opposed to a Korean, Brazilian, or otherwise specialty one) and finally found the Hair Design Center. The man who greeted me was clearly the owner, so I was too embarrassed to ask about prices (which weren't clearly posted) and just let him seat me. Sara, my stylist, turned out to be the sweetest, most talented stylist I've ever had! Not only was she a great conversationalist (I'm terrible in the cutting chair), but she is someone who clearly loves hair. She literally spent an hour and a half getting my layers exactly right and advising me on how to take better care of my hair. She wasn't condescending at all (I hadn't cut my hair in about two years, so I was expecting the worst) and gave me some ideas for future highlights. And, drumroll please...It came to only $40! You can't do a whole lot for $40 in Boston, especially for a whole hour and a half. The exterior is pretty shady looking, but the stylists here are top notch (my husband got his hair cut there the next week and was so excited when he came home, saying it was the first good&cheap cut he'd had since moving to Boston). read more

Amazing place to get not just a hair cut, but a hair cut with passion and and enthusiasm. Frank who is the owner makes sure your are completely satisfied not only with your experience but your hair cut. The more you go the better the hair cut is, since he takes pride in each individual customer by getting to know them as a customer and as part of his family. Highly recommend to all ages. read more

I had a job interview coming up within the next 24 hours , I went to see if there were any openings available in such short notice . The owner of the salon Frank was finishing up with a haircut & took me right away . Lucky for me he had a cancellation . Frank gave me a beautiful color, cut & great price . People were walking by the store waving to him . read more

What can I really say about my experience here? First, they take the time to make sure they get everything right. I've never been a stickler for how my hair looks because I normally just shave it all off myself. I decided I needed to look good for a new job so I came in and they instantly treated me like an old friend. When they first started looking at my hair they could tell that it had been years since I got a hair cut. There were a few playful laughs and my naivety with hair and they asked me what I wanted to have done. I told them I would trust them the first time and see how it went. He carefully explained what he was going to do by trimming the sides and back and letting the top just a little longer because my hair is curly and it will give a more natural look than just being poofy. He worked his magic and when everything was finished I looked like a new man. Walking down the street later I felt like a stud because of my look. I can't say thanks enough. read more

I'm very picky about who cuts my hair but Frank does a great job. He has a fun personality and makes the whole experience a pleasure. He has good advice on low cost hair care too. Thanks Frank! read more

I always trust Frank with my hair since I've moved to the area. He always takes his time and makes sure I know what he's doing. I've had long hair for a while now and I'm never nervous going to him, knowing that he will take care with my hair. He told me how much he was cutting off each time. At the end he even curled it and gave me some simple tips for how to style my hair. Frank is very friendly and easy to talk to. If you're looking for a local place to go in Brighton or Allston you should definitely check him out. read more

Hair Design Center - Kind of messy after walking on the wind, but still beautiful! - Hair Salons Near Me - Allston, Massachusetts

I stopped in here when I was desperate for a cut before a weekend full of baby and bridal showers (neither for me). The good: no wait. The bad: the price for what I got. The ugly: what I got. My hairstylest was friendly enough but she also made some very strange comments that made me uneasy. I asked for some non-choppy layers and ended up with a blunt cut plus a few pieces that were left a little too long and uneven (I hope that wasn't intentional and her idea of layers). Anyway, when I straighten my hair I look ridiculous. Going to get it fixed somewhere else ASAP. Avoid unless you wear your hair up every day. read more

Do not go here! I came in here for a basic haircut - a trim and some extra layers on my medium length hair. First of all, my stylist, Sara, has no idea how to gently handle hair... she dug her nails into my scalp during the wash. During the blow dry, I felt like she was ripping out my hair with whatever comb she was using. Also, even though I pointed it out that she had cut my hair shorter on one side than on the other, she did not fix it. I had asked for layers, but my hair was cut pretty much straight across. The only good thing I have to say about this place is that they were super friendly and Sara did give some good hair care tips. read more

Walked in on a Friday afternoon and was greeted by Frankie. Got a great haircut and had a good conversation.

Frank is a very knowledgable professional. He's been working here over 30 years. And most importantly, I am so satisfied with my hair cut!!! Thank you Frank! read more

My boyfriend and I have become regular customers here either for bang trim or full haircut, since Hana has joined. She does a fantastic job for Asian hairs with hair products from Japan. read more

Frank is by far the best barber I've ever gotten a haircut from! Having curly hair, I've never been 100% satisfied with a haircut in my life until moving to Allston a year ago and having my first appointment with Frank. Not only is he an excellent barber, but he is also super nice and will make sure you are satisfied. I could not reccomend him more! read more

Frank is amazing. Got my hair cut there a week and a half ago; he explained what he was doing, was receptive to input at every step, and we had great conversation. Definitely coming back here! read more

Frank is very nice and does a very good job in hair design and cutting. Always satisfied!

The work done here is very good, but the service and attitude of the staff are why I'll come back. Frank cut my hair, Antigone did my eyebrows, and both of them are not just very good at their craft, but very friendly and nice. They also work quickly, but are quick and efficient. Between the service and location (Harvard Ave stop on the B Line) this is a great place to go. read more

I LOVE this salon! Frankie is the man and has been doing my hair since I was 13....and 13 years later I still get compliments on my hair. When you tell him what you want he gives you exactly that, I've been elsewhere and my hair just never looks the same. Not sure why so many people gave it less than 5 stars but I have always had a great experience going there. read more

Wow, this place has a lot of guts charging what they do for a guy's trim. $25?!?!? For a place on Harvard Ave? No WAY! I would not have had my haircut here if I had known the price in advance. It really wasn't even a good haircut-- the barber was more of a conversationalist than a hairdresser. Won't be back, and now my hair's gonna grow in funny. read more

I may be the only person on earth that hates getting haircuts but Frank always fits me in on short notice and does a terrific job! He is very talented and the prices are good. Skip Newbury St and call Frank! There is also a woman doing esthetics there that did a great job on my brows!! read more

I am SUPER picky about who I let touch my hair. When I moved to Boston I started going downtown to a high end ($$$) salon. On a budget consisting of waitressing and student loans I felt like I needed a more affordable option, but didn't want to sacrifice quality. Luckily someone recommended me to see Franco at hair design centre. He listened to everything I said and added his own knowledge to my ideas. No scissor happy haircut! He didn't let me leave till I was 100% satisfied, and the price was much more affordable. In short, I've found my new go-to salon! :) read more

I've lived in Allston for a long time but never got my hair cut in the Allston area. I thought to get a good haircut you have to go to high-end expensive hair salons in the Back Bay but I'm so glad I found this place! I got my hair cut by Donald and he was super awesome. He was very friendly and gave me an awesome cut! It cost me a little more than I expected for the Allston area ($50) but it was worth it for the experience. I would highly recommend and definitely come back next time :) read more

Frank is so lovely. A worldly wise perfectionist - you will get exactly what you asked for and some more. Your hair will be well taken care of in his capable hands. It's great for men, women and children alike. Mid budget and top notch hair care - I have been won over! read more

I got a great men's haircut at this place and have been back twice since discovering it. I'm pretty picky about hair salons but was new to the area and decided to try it out after talking to the stylist for a few minutes. The stylist, Mike, took the time to listen to what I wanted and cut my hair right and I've gotten a lot of compliments so far. I'm used to paying about $40 for a cut in LA, but this one was only $25 and was just as good. read more

I have been coming here for several years and have been continually pleased with every single haircut I have received! I always recommend this place to friends when they ask, and am frequently compliments with fresh haircuts. I would highly recommend anyone looking to get a haircut to check this place out first. read more

Frank is awesome! He makes sure that you love your hair style. He is a perfectionist. And he's the friendliest, nicest guy. His personality itself makes getting a haircut enjoyable! read more

Frank is the friendliest person you could meet. He always finds time to fit me in and my hair cut comes out perfect everytime . I would recommend him to anyone read more

Thank You Frank!!! I have been seeing the same stylist for 2 years until she moved on me (the horror!), and just happened to walk in here this summer. The first cut went well, so I've been coming back now (on my 4th cut), and decided to have a change in style - I'm channeling my inner Ryan Gosling. So I showed Frank a picture, and I'll be darned if he didn't make me look like a million bucks. I'm in sales and wear a suit every day, so it's paramount that I look clean-cut and respectable. Frank made it all possible on the follicle front. Thanks my man! read more

Frank is the best! He is very nice and really good at job! He is very careful and explains everything. I loved the haircut and blow-dry!

Frank is super nice and gives a great hair cut! The place is nice and clean, no chemical smells. Got the hair trim I wanted. Definitely will come back again! :) read more

I'm a guy with short hair, not that hard to find somebody who cuts hair well right? Wrong. Moving to a new area is always stressful, finding somebody new to cut your hair is even more so. I looked all around Allston for a good cut (I don't go to barbers and I don't like clippers, scissors only for me), after settling for a few bad/average cuts, I checked out this place (which is strange, it's VERY close to where I live and I waited to try it). Franco is amazing! I haven't tried the other lady that works there (didn't realize there was one until I read the reviews here, apparently people don't like her), but Franco gives a great guy's haircut, scissors only! He's super nice, you get a great haircut, and it's really inexpensive! I'm used to paying 40+tip for a haircut (seriously; the last couple places in Allston I gave 45+tip)! For this place I'd gladly pay that much again, but he only charges guys $25! Been here a couple times already, definitely going back again (until I move somewhere else again I guess). read more