ST LEONARD: WHERE CRAFTSMANSHIP & COMMUNITY MEET — RECOMMENDED BY AARON DAWKINS

Brunnenstrasse 158 is home to St Leonard, a barbershop that continuously refines its standards of modern barbering. Well known for its exceptional service, craftsmanship, and attention to detail, St Leonard has cultivated a friendly community of both locals and visitors. Regulars come not only for a great haircut, trim, or shave, but also to relax, unwind, and enjoy the warmth of Dom and his team. Founded by Dominic James Eliott, St Leonard was born out of his years of barbering experience in London. He quickly developed a clear understanding and appreciation of what works and how to treat clients. Establishing his own shop, curating a team, and adopting a detail-oriented approach to barbering was naturally the next step. His approach is constantly evolving. Dom always expresses a passion for refining every part of the barbershop experience – from the environment, equipment, and service to the products available – ensuring that everything is seamless and at its best.

All of this is done so that when you visit St Leonard, you can relax and focus on the important things: the cut and the conversation, feeling comfortable and at home. St Leonard offers more than a haircut — it’s a space for community and friends, a moment to pause, enjoy, and share. And you get a great cut too! I’ve been popping in for a chop and a chat for years now, and it’s always such a pleasure to visit and watch the space grow. Whoever you choose for your cut, trim, or shave — Dom, Tom, Karolina, or Lloyd — you can be sure you’re always in good hands. So if you’re looking for a great barbershop and an environment where everyone feels comfortable and valued, St Leonard is the place for you.

Text: Aaron Dawkins / Photos: St Leonard & Aaron Dawkins

Aaron Dawkins is an art director and graphic designer. Based in Berlin, he enjoys working in the fields of art, culture, fashion and commerce. He specialises in the design and direction of identities, books, digital and printed objects.

St Leonard, Brunnenstr.158, 10115 Berlin–Mitte; map

@stleonardberlin
@dominicjameseliott

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PRECISE, UNUSUAL AND WELCOMING — PFEIFER

The salon is impressive, even from the sidewalk. The pink salon chairs provide just the right balance between the simple wooden drawers and the ceiling-high mirrors. Pfeifer has been located on Zionskirchstraße, near Teutoburger Platz, since April 2022. It’s obvious as you look through the window how much passion Fee, Irina and Steffen inject into their craft. They take the time to work with you to bring out the best in your hair. Thanks to their experience, they can create effortlessly natural results that are individually tailored to you. Whether it’s a cut, color or foil highlights, their clients always leave with a smile on their faces. And, no matter your gender, everyone pays the same for their haircut or color. Since I’ve been a customer at Pfeifer, my hair has become a means of personal expression — from a short bob to tapered bangs, from a pixie cut to a buzz cut — I wouldn’t have dared to be so bold before going to Pfeifer. And since then, I no longer trust anyone else with my hair.

Text: Robyn Steffen / Photos: JF & Robyn Steffen

Pfeifer, Zionskirchstr.68, 10119 Berlin–Prenzlauer Berg; map
Tues–Sat

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SET THE FOUNDATION FOR A STRONG PARTNERSHIP — PRENUPTIAL COUNSELING COURSES FROM HANNAH HEBENSTREIT

If, like me, you spent your twenties in Berlin, you might have similar memories: things were easy-going and everyone was curious, going on endless dates and trying things out. Then – all of a sudden – everyone seemed to be over 30, thinking about children and getting married. Marriage? What once seemed impossible suddenly felt realistic, normal and perhaps even desirable. In a world where constants are a rarity, partnerships offer security, trust and a home. Then there’s the romance of getting engaged – surely one of life’s last great gestures. Yet with proposals come questions: is it the right decision? How do I really feel? Does my partner have reservations? Is there anything we ought to discuss beforehand? And if so, how? For all quandaries of this kind, Hannah Hebenstreit might just be the contact you need. The Mitte couples therapist offers non-religious marriage preparation courses in addition to classical counseling and therapy.

Marriage preparation courses? In Germany these were once only organized by the church, but Hebenstreit has given the pre-nup sessions an update for contemporary city life. Without religion and spiritualism to distract, you’ll focus on pragmatic topics that will help you build a solid foundation for the future. You’ll delve into communication and finances, self-discovery, family dynamics, sex, intimacy and the emotional baggage you both might be bringing with you. Sound complicated? It certainly is – which is why you need a competent counselor to guide you through the thorny issues. It’s a form of preventive couples therapy, meaning that even after you’ve tied the knot there’ll still be room for passion and curiosity – and you (hopefully) won’t need one of Hebenstreit’s crisis sessions…

Text: Alina Herbel / Photos: Viktor Strasse

Hannah Hebenstreit, Mulackstr.22 Innenhof (right), Berlin–Mitte; map

Sessions are held online or in person in Dutch, German or English, and can be booked here.

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DENIZEN HOUSE — WORK FLEXIBLY AND SAVE WITH A DAY PASS BUNDLE

Are you looking to spice up your home working routine? Coworking might just be what you need. Bookable for days, weeks and months, the modern Denizen House work space in Mitte lets you spend the day without having to commit to a long-term contract. The day pass bundle is perfect for people in the city for a short time – or indeed for anyone looking for a place to be productive, creative and communicative. The facility has the atmosphere of a boutique hotel and offers handy digital and analog services, unlimited coffee, tea and water and a concierge desk to take your parcels while you can focus on the day’s tasks. There’s also an app that lets you order food and drink directly to your seat and lists community events. If you need help overcoming the post-lunch dip, you can relax in the Self Care Studio with shower cabins and changing rooms. Alternatively, head to the yoga space, which also doubles as a room for workshops and meetings. There’s even a weekly barber service so you can get a quick haircut. By the way, the word “denizen” means “inhabitant”, and it fits the bill: you soon settle in at the space, and when the day ends, you can head for home knowing that it really is home…

Text: Alison Musch / Photos: Mathilde Karrèr

Denizen House, Köpenicker Str.40, 10179 Berlin-Mitte; map

Mon–Fri 8–20h. Buy five day passes for €75 (regular price €95, offer ends 31.08.2023, passes valid at any time).

@denizen.eiswerk

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POWDER ROOM: DAILY GLOW WITH FACIALS AND KOREAN SKIN CARE

Is your skin dry, irritated, red? Do you want to give it some extra attention and care? The Powder Room is the right place for you. Since July 2021, you’ll find Daphne’s salon hidden in the backyard of Mitte’s Scheunenviertel. The owner, skin care enthusiast and professed lover of Korean Skin Care moved from Munich to Berlin in 2018 – and thus moved from the cosmetics and beauty industry to the practical craft in her own Powder Room: the ideal place for all questions regarding skin care and health, taking into account the individual’s (often hormonal) distinct needs. Daphne takes time for questions, addresses any acute issues and talks through your regular routine with you before you enjoy an individually tailored facial, extensive facial massages included. Hydrafacials with microdermabrasion rid the skin of impurities, boost cell renewal and provide an extra dose of moisture – without redness and downtime. It’s a lunchtime treatment, so to speak, because you can get back to work right afterward. In addition, the Powder Room, in keeping with the bright and minimalist interior, uses almost exclusively Korean products that have convinced many people, not just Daphne, with their natural ingredients and good tolerance. In other words, with high-tech facials and K-Beauty, you can say bye-bye to the 10-step beauty routine and hello to the perhaps “future” neighborhood esthetician.

Text: Alison Musch / Photos: Sophie Doering

Powder Room, Almstadt Str.24, 10119 Berlin–Mitte; map
Tue–Fri 10–20h & Sat 10–17h

@powderroom_berlin

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ST LEONARD: WHERE CRAFTSMANSHIP & COMMUNITY MEET — RECOMMENDED BY AARON DAWKINS

PRECISE, UNUSUAL AND WELCOMING — PFEIFER

SET THE FOUNDATION FOR A STRONG PARTNERSHIP — PRENUPTIAL COUNSELING COURSES FROM HANNAH HEBENSTREIT

DENIZEN HOUSE — WORK FLEXIBLY AND SAVE WITH A DAY PASS BUNDLE

POWDER ROOM: DAILY GLOW WITH FACIALS AND KOREAN SKIN CARE