The Jungle (Hotel)

Freret Street

Open living and dining room area with teal walls, large leather sectional sofa and orange side chairs

Client: Ben+Burka
Role: Architecture, Interior Design, Furnishing Specification, Procurement, Installation
Scope: Rehabilitation of masonry facade and renovation of a second floor space into a boutique hotel guest suite.
Budget: $500,000
Size: 4,900 sq. ft.
Status: Complete 2024
Collaborators: Batture, Colmex Construction

Welcome to the Jungle…Room

The Jungle Room is the latest hospitality property by Epic Storks for large group accommodations. Studio West was the architect, interior designer, and procured all furniture and styling for the Jungle Room. Architectural scope was complex – including significant re-structuring of termite damaged existing building, re-building the front façade to re-activate the Freret street-facing balconies, and construction a new roof deck connected to the second floor Jungle Room. Inspiration for the Jungle Room interior design was a New Orleans carnival theme. The design vision came to life through five different jungle animals, from which each of the sleeping rooms takes inspiration. The design is carried through every design element - from the wallpapered ceilings, bathroom tile, lighting, all the way to custom sourced door knockers for each guest room.

Bedroom with blue floral and snake wallpaper on the ceiling an butterfly art on the wall

Guest bedroom with a third eye theme on pillows and artwork and green and gold snake wallpaper on the ceiling

Inspired communal spaces for group travel

For large group travel, having well-designed and inviting communal living space is an important differentiator. The Jungle Room features an open living room and kitchen that opens directly to a large outdoor deck, overlooking Freret Street. A custom vibrant floral mural executed in coordination with frequent Studio West Collaborator, Madison Roy of Indigo Madness.

Kitchen with teal cabinets, vintage yellow refrigerator and red stools at the island

Bedroom with 2 double beds, orange geometric coverlets and orange birds on grey clouds wallpaper on the ceiling

Studio West selected and procured furnishings and fixtures that complemented the building’s historic architecture, matching bright furnishings with worn-in leathers and bold, patterned rugs. The kitchen features custom wood open shelving and retro appliances that complement boldly colored cabinets. The Jungle Room by Studio West is more than a hospitality space; it's an immersive experience that combines the wild vibrancy of the jungle with the lively, eclectic spirit of New Orleans.