Natalie Hill
Interior Designer with dual design credentials, a 20-year corporate legal background (LLB), and an active private interior design studio..
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Dual-qualification interior designer (Interior Design Institute / Italian Design Institute) and founder of Pepperpot Interior Designs, leveraging a 20-year corporate legal career (LLB). Fuses creative spatial execution and entertainment art department experience with deep academic expertise in business operations, contract management, and compliance. Seeking a remote tutoring or mentorship role within an elite design academy to deliver rigorous student evaluation and practical industry guidance.
Experience
Founder / Interior Design Practice at Pepperpot Interior Designs (2023-01 – 2026-05)
- Development of interior concepts, mood boards and visual presentations
- Furniture, décor and material sourcing
- Client communication and presentation of design direction
- Management of project coordination and business operations
- Ongoing development of brand presence across digital platforms
Art Department Support at Empini - TV Drama for Showmax (2024-05 – 2024-08)
- Assisted with concept development and mood boards
- Sourced furniture, décor and artwork for set environments
- Supported layout and visual cohesion across multiple spaces
Art Department Support at Queendom - TV Drama for Paramount (BET) (2024-01 – 2024-04)
- Assisted with visual research, sourcing and presentation work
- Contributed to the development of cohesive set aesthetics
- Worked within a fast-paced, collaborative creative environment
Legal Consultant at Legal Consultancy (2006-01 – 2025-12)
20 years of experience managing complex contracts, client negotiations, and corporate compliance.
Interior Design Researcher at Kelly LaPlante Interior Design
- Interdisciplinary Research: Investigated environmental psychology and human-centered design to support wellbeing during long-duration space habitation.
- Expert Fieldwork: Conducted interviews with astronauts and subject matter experts to inform future concepts.
- Design Insights: Developed spatial frameworks and recommendations for psychologically supportive extraterrestrial habitats.
Education
Post Graduated Course in Luxury Interior Design – Italian Design Institute (2026-03)
Diploma in Interior Design – Interior Design Institute (2025-06)
Bachelor of Laws Degree in Law – Rhodes University (2004-01 – 2005-12)
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Law – Rhodes University (2001-01 – 2003-12)
