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Studio Hummingbird

Garden Designer Victoria Rumens leaning against a wooden arbout in a stunning garden

From law to landscapes: a journey toward designing spaces that restore.

Welcome to Studio Hummingbird, where we transform outdoor spaces into serene, low-maintenance gardens that reflect your personality and enhance your well-being. Whether you’ve recently downsized, moved into a new home, or lead a busy, demanding lifestyle, I specialise in creating gardens that feel like a natural extension of your home—beautiful, calming, and effortlessly enjoyable.

I’m Victoria, the creative mind behind Studio Hummingbird. Originally from Austria, I now live on the edge of the stunning South Downs National Park in Sussex, UK. My journey into garden design is rooted in my passion for creating spaces that resonate with the soul. I offer a bespoke garden design service using the latest technology to visualise your garden in 3D, empowering you to make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes. I take the time to listen carefully to your needs, your lifestyle, and the emotions you wish your garden to evoke, ensuring that together, we create the garden of your dreams.

My mission is simple: to help you celebrate the poetry of nature through a garden that becomes a peaceful sanctuary, one that reflects your personality and brings a deep sense of contentment. I believe in rethinking gardens—moving away from a consumer and waste mindset, and instead embracing a lifestyle that’s more balanced and in tune with nature. This is why sustainability is at the heart of everything we do at Studio Hummingbird, from recommending environmentally friendly materials to designing spaces that nurture your well-being and are easy to maintain.

From peaceful retreats to sophisticated entertaining spaces, I offer a personalised approach that ensures your garden becomes a true asset to both your home and your life. With Studio Hummingbird, you’ll receive more than just exceptional design—we oversee the entire process, from the initial layout to the final flourish, so you can relax and watch your vision come to life.

If you’re ready to enhance the value of your home and your well-being through thoughtful, sustainable garden design, I invite you to book a complimentary discovery call today. Let’s create the outdoor sanctuary you’ve always dreamed of.

Studio Hummingbird – crafting gardens that feel like home, designed with you at the heart of every decision.

Gardens as Spaces of Healing, Freedom and Joy

Gardens aren’t decorations; they’re living companions. Our work balances form, function and feeling so your garden supports how you actually live.

HEALING

Spaces that soften the noise. Calm planting arrangements. Human-scaled seating. Gentle movement of light and water.

FREEDOM

Layouts that reduce friction with level changes, seamless access and subtle screening… so stepping outside feels effortless.

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JOY

Spaces that surprise you through the seasons — shifting colours, soft textures and moments that make you pause and smile.

SUSTAINABILITY

Native and drought-tolerant planting, local suppliers where possible and designs that avoid waste. Built to last and considerate of wildlife.

CLARITY

Visualisations, lighting previews and a transparent process so decisions feel confident, not overwhelming.

Design That Elevates Both Lifestyle and Property Value

The gardens we create are more than just beautiful. Smarter planning strengthens the connection between Your Home’s Aesthetic And Future Worth.

Victoria and her husband Jon also run a property investment and development company, Sussex Coastal Property Ltd, where they see first-hand how thoughtful design influences desirability and return on investment. That insight informs every Studio Hummingbird project, inspiring decisions that turn natural beauty into lasting value.

With every design, we consider how layout, materials and planting contribute to your enjoyment now, as well as the future outlook of your property. A well-planned outdoor space doesn’t only look better… it makes a home feel larger, lighter and more cohesive, which is exactly what discerning buyers look for.

Professional, Recognised, and Passionate

Victoria’s journey into garden design began with personal transformation, but it’s grounded in professional dedication. She holds a Diploma in Professional Garden Design and continues to deepen her expertise through workshops and collaborations across the UK.

She runs workshops on garden planning, as well as accessible and sustainable design, subjects very close to her heart. She regularly works alongside trusted contractors, artisans and horticultural experts to bring each vision to life, combining technical precision with an artist’s eye.

At Sussex Coastal Property Ltd, her and Jon’s development experience ensures every design decision supports both aesthetic and structural integrity. And at Studio Hummingbird, that same commitment to quality and thoughtful detail carries through. From concept to completion, every detail matters.

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