Visiting Jodie Hill's house in Bethnal Green is a charm – natural light from various aspects that would make even a harsh London winter enjoyable; a motherload art book collection to breeze through; a Nintendo set up ready to go, and topped off with a special pastry chef arriving to deliver a cake sample to try for her upcoming wedding reception.

Jodie grew up in Sydney and moved to London in her early 20s to further a career in creative direction and production. This has – so far – culminated in work with Marfa Journal, HOMMEGIRLS, and on other exciting projects in London and NYC. Although she loves her home in London, I sensed a glimmer of nostalgia for Australia when I met her puppy, fittingly named Sydney, a couple of years ago.

To learn more about how she lives, creates, and finds inspiration at home, I sat down with Hill in London for a conversation about her life in the city and beyond.

What do you do for work?

I’m an editor and creative director.

What’s your favourite thing to do at home?

My boyfriend says I’m always “pottering” around – which usually means doing chores or cooking. I can’t really sit still, so sometimes I just decide to rearrange all the furniture in our apartment for no reason at all.

When did you move to London and what drew you there?

I moved here in 2019. Having grown up partly in Northern England, I’ve always felt connected to British culture and its cities. So, London was an obvious choice.

You have some incredible pieces of art at home – who are your favourite artists?

Issy Wood, Diamond Stingily, Sang Woo Kim and Calla Henkel.

There’s a photograph of your dear Grandmother Joan above one of your chests. What do you love most about her?

How much she loved chicken wings and how stubborn she stayed… right up until the very end.

Who would you like to cook dinner for in your home? Or who would you want to cook for you?

I really miss my Mum’s cooking, so I’d give anything to have her cook me dinner again.

When you go back to Sydney, what’s first on your list of things to do?

Sydney has the best coffee, food, and beaches. I usually rotate between those three.

2025 is the year you get married. What do you think is the secret to a long marriage?

Knowing your boundaries and being honest about them.

What music will feature at your wedding?

One of our favourite DJs is Braden Wells. When we started dating, we’d send each other her NTS playlists. Our first dance will be to Love You To Death by Type O Negative.

Where did the shield in your home come from?

It’s a South Sudanese shield from the Dinka tribe. I bought it on a trip to Chiswick flea market with my friend Fiona – we even got matching ones.

Who is your favourite photographer of all time?

Although he’s better known for other work, I’d say Hans Bellmer. I also love Thomas Ruff, who I had the pleasure of interviewing a few years ago.!

What is your favourite piece of furniture in your home?

It’s hard to choose, but probably my tatami mat – I spend so much time sitting on the floor.

What piece of furniture would you like to add to your collection?

Wall sconces.

Tell me about your dog, Sydney. What’s she like?

She’s such a bitch.

What is your favourite city to be in at the moment? Why?

I often take London for granted. I travel a lot, but nothing beats the feeling of coming home. I keep falling in love with this city all over again.

If you use one piece of makeup or skincare most, what is it?

Eucerin Night Cream from Boots. Can’t beat it.

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