Inspired by the waterside park location, our design of the newly refurbished Vibe Hotel Rushcutters Bay evokes the atmosphere, botanical backdrop and harbourside hues of the neighbouring park. An earthy and neutral palette of sandstone and timber is complemented with muted greens, deep blues, rich coloured accents and botanical prints. Lush green plants and trailing vines bring the vibrancy of the park indoors. The custom bar, beyond the reception and lounge-like seating area, is the heart of the ground floor of the hotel. Surrounded by a variety of comfortable seating zones it has been designed to accommodate a single guest, a group of friends and large events. These spaces flow effortlessly around the bar and include a private dining room, art gallery with all-encompassing sofas, and custom bar seating with views of the park through floor-to-ceiling windows. A classic black and white chequered-tile floor is complemented with rattan dining and lounge chairs, weathered-cement benches and antique-brass floor lamps. Built-in nook seating, communal tables and mesh-framed sofas add a relaxed and casual air to the space. We designed the custom pendants, including a ceramic and metal lamp for plants with cascading vines.