Owner and lead colorist at Gem House Salon, a top-rated hair salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, specializing in highlights and balayage, smiling with wavy hair and wearing a black button up top in a black and white portrait.

Elle Westby

Co-Founder, Hair Stylist
@ellekinney
Elle Westby, owner and founder of Gem House Salon, brings over 20 years of experience in the salon industry. She has built her career specializing in all shades of hair color and cuts while growing a successful bridal business. Her deep connection to the community inspired her to create a salon in the heart of it—a space where creativity and collaboration thrive. Elle loves leading her team in an environment that encourages growth and inspiration, and she approaches each day with excitement for what she and her team will create together.

Black and white portrait of a man with curly hair, a beard, and a mustache, wearing a blazer over a V-neck shirt, smiling at the camera.

Kyle Westby

Co-Founder

Black and white portrait of a young woman with wavy hair, wearing a lace top and a choker necklace, standing in front of a decorative wall with ivy leaves.

Victoria Ortiz

Manager

Blonding and balayage specialist at Gem House Salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, smiling with long dark wavy hair and a necklace, photographed in black and white against a wall of climbing plants, serving Greenpoint and Williamsburg clients.

Jay Martin

Hair Stylist
@hairjams_byjay

Jay loves a good blonding session while still keeping you low maintenance. Whether using a balayage technique or foil she specializes in customizing your color by enhancing those natural tones and blending greys.

Hair color specialist at Gem House Salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, specializing in natural highlights, redheads, and rich brunette tones, smiling with long wavy hair, wearing earrings and a dark top in a black and white portrait.

Lauren Arbulu

Hair Colorist
@laurenarbuluhair
Lauren is your go to color girl for everything Transformational as well creating soft blondes using either a Highlighting, Balayage, or Foilyage technique. She also loves creating every tone of both Red and Coppers as well as Rich Brunettes with high shine.

Curly hair specialist and haircutting stylist at Gem House Salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, specializing in curly haircuts, natural and textured cuts, bobs, and all haircut services, smiling with short curly hair and a nose piercing.

Joyce Crawford

Hair Stylist
@joycecrawfordhair
Joyce joined Gem House in 2021, dedicating her first two years to an intensive apprenticeship focused on refining her technical skill and artistic approach. After completing her training, she began building her own clientele with a clear goal: to help each guest discover shape, identity, and confidence through thoughtfully crafted haircutting. Joyce specializes in precision cuts, curly and coily textures, low-maintenance and lived-in color, and distinctive creative color projects. No matter your desired look or hair texture, she approaches every service with care, intention, and a genuine love for her craft.

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Tracy Rasmussen

Hair Stylist
@tracyrasmussenbkhair
Tracy is a Greenpoint local by way of Cali. With extensive training in precision cutting and a Vidal Sasson background Tracy is quick to break the rules to give lived in cuts and color specializing in Balayage.

Razor haircut, keratin treatment, and wavy perm specialist at Gem House Salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, smiling with long wavy hair in a black and white portrait, standing near plants and a staircase.

Courtney Johnson

Hair Stylist
@courtney.ann.johnson
Courtney loves guiding her clients through transformations that bring out their best look from start to finish. Known for her expertise in texture services, razor cutting, and trend-forward styles, she brings 17 years of experience to every appointment. She also spends time on set for editorial shoots and fashion shows, adding fresh perspectives to her work in the salon. Whether it’s a subtle update or something a little bolder, Courtney’s approach is all about finding the style that suits you perfectly.

Lead bridal stylist and haircut specialist at Gem House Salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, specializing in long layered haircuts, bouncy blowouts, Hollywood waves, and elegant updos for Hidden Gem weddings, photographed in black and white.

Jadi

Hair Stylist
@hairbyjadi
Jadi Denis is a Brooklyn native with Puerto Rican roots, bringing intention and artistry to every client she works with. A graduate of the renowned Arrojo Cosmetology School, she has built a career shaped by creativity, precision, and care. At Gem House Salon, Jadi specializes in long layered haircuts, bouncy blowouts, and polished, wearable styles—always with a focus on maintaining healthy hair. She is also the Lead Bridal Stylist for Hidden Gem, where she’s known for timeless Hollywood waves, elevated upstyles, and a calm, grounding presence on wedding days. Whether in the salon or on location, Jadi approaches each look with thoughtful detail and an eye for effortless beauty.

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Mike Sezayanev

Master Barber
@mikesezahandz
Mike is your go to guy for all Barbering techniques including Fades, Buzz Cuts, Scissor Over Comb, Beard trims and Hot Shaves. Attention to detail and a creative eye make his custom cuts one of a kind.

Lived-in blonde and bronde hair color specialist at Gem House Salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, smiling with long wavy hair and arm tattoos in a black and white portrait seated near a staircase.

Bruna Materco

Hair Stylist
@brunaglam
Originally from Brazil, Bruna is a skilled stylist specializing in dimensional bright blondes and lived-in brondes. Whether she's creating seamless highlights or sculpting a fresh cut, her thoughtful and elevated approach ensures each guest leaves with a look that feels personal and polished. Known for her attention to detail and warm, easygoing energy, Bruna brings on-trend, customized color to life—designed to grow out beautifully.

Blow dry specialist at Gem House Salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, offering luxury blowout services for Greenpoint and Williamsburg clients, styled hair, arm tattoos, modern piercings, and a black sleeveless top in a plant-filled setting.

Sophia Santiago

Hair Stylist
@revamped_bysoph
Sophia brings a fresh, uplifting energy to every appointment. A NYC native with eight years of hands-on experience, she has a passion for creating flawless blowouts that leave guests feeling confident and ready for anything. Known for her attention to detail and welcoming spirit, Sophia makes every visit feel like a little boost of luxury.

Hair salon apprentice at Gem House Salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, wearing glasses and hair clips, standing outdoors among plants and a brick wall, representing a supportive, creative salon team environment for aspiring stylists.

Kronos

Gem Apprentice

Creative hair salon apprentice at Gem House Salon in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, with natural curly hair and freckles, wearing a tie-dye dress and septum piercing, standing among plants, reflecting an inclusive, artistic salon team for emerging stylists.

Vanessa