accommodation – hummingbird eco retreat
The Sustainable Stylist transformed a 15-bedroom dark conference centre in Red Hill on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula into a light, dynamic 4-star retreat – Hummingbird Eco Retreat.
Each of the 15 bedrooms was styled with a unique theme, representing the different elements, seasons and resources in our natural world.
dark brick walls were lightened with environmentally-sound paint,
allowing the colours of the outside world to easily flow in.
local screen printers were used for cushion upholstery..
old couches were reupholstered to give new a new life..
window ledges were converted into comfortable seating nooks overlooking the organic, permaculture gardens
vintage and second hand lighting concepts were sourced to reflect the theme of each room
existing furniture was repurposed and reupholstered, with ‘new’ recycled elements sourced
from local vintage stores and markets.
heavy bed bases and side tables were replaced with reduced-footprint recycled
timber bases and floating side tables;
organic bed linen and floor coverings were used throughout the retreat..
decorative elements were sourced from local secondhand traders
bed positions were reoriented to best capture natural light
The end result is a beautifully mindful home away from home.
