Hilton Vegan Suite

Agency | Bompas & Parr Client | Hilton London Bankside

A world fist endeavour by Hilton Bankside, the Hilton Vegan Suite is created with a absolutely no animal products - as certified by the Vegan Society. A surprising mount of animal products are used in our living spaces - down, wool, silk, even certain paints and varnishes.

The experience is curated right from the moment guests step into the lobby, with a separate checking in point featuring artwork by local botanical artist Katie Scott, as well as the first introduction to the key material Pinatex, a plant-based leather made from pineapple fibres, a by-product of the fruit being processed for canning.

The pineapple is the mascot of the Vegan Suite. Historically, it was a symbol of luxury and welcome, with people displaying it front and centre of their feasting tables, or gifting it to royalty. Its value was so great that it was used as an architectural feature in royal palaces and monuments, with hundreds of sculptural pineapples adorning London’s historic building and bridges. John Tradescant, a 16th century botanist who lived in the Southwark area, close to the present-day hotel, was the one who actually Brough the pineapple to Britain - it is in his memory and honour that this Vegan Suite was designed.

The room itself feels luxurious and comfortable - using sustainably sourced bamboo flooring, kapok silk carpets and curtains and hand-embroidered Pinatex upholstery. Even the smallest details were considered, from key card covers to special training and products given to cleaning staff. Curated art pieces, books and magazines are changed periodically, providing new and interesting things for repeat guests.