For Parker Kit Hill, being in front of a camera started long before his

modelling career.

“I’ve basically been growing up online since the age of 14 and have

documented so many stages of my life throughout the years,” he ex-

plains. Today, Parker is 27 years old and juggles a career in fashion as

well as a prolific social media presence.

He is signed to IMG models, and his work takes him around the

world where he walks runways and shoots campaigns for the likes

of Marc Jacobs, Valentino, Acne Studios and Nike. On his Instagram,

Parker shares snapshots of his daily life with over 500,000 follow-

ers, showcasing beautiful images from his latest work assignment

or brand partnership and candid moments snapped on the streets

of New York, his adopted hometown, or on his

travels to Paris, Barcelona and Ibiza.

“Something that makes a space a home to me is

the feeling of stillness. Having balance is super

important for mental clarity.”

Over on TikTok, where Parker has a communi-

ty of 1.7 million followers, the vibe is much more

intimate. Mostly shot in his one-bedroom apart-

ment in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn, Parker’s TikToks

offer a visit to his private sphere and a glimpse

into a creative, beautiful and playful mind. Here,

humour, fashion and social commentary are

mixed in a tribute to the freedom of self-expres-

sion.

“My work is pretty organic and freeform,” Park-

er tells us. “Over the years, working with social

media has given me the opportunity to dip into

many different forms of art. It first started with musical theatre, then

ballet, then acting and now fashion. All of these avenues work in uni-

son, and they all lead back to each other unintentionally. The journey

is just beginning.”

Originally from Fort Worth, Texas, Parker has been living and work-

ing in New York since attending the prestigious Joffrey Ballet School

as a teenager. He moved into his home in Clinton Hill in the spring of

2021, citing the area as one of New York’s most authentic:

“The neighbourhood is full of life and energy, yet it still seems seclud-

ed enough to feel private and quiet.”

When looking for an apartment, Parker was drawn to this one due

to its “mix of cosiness and the feeling of floating in the sky.” The lat-

ter can most certainly be attributed to Parker’s large terrace that, re-

markably, boasts the same square footage as his indoor living space.

“The terrace played a huge part in me wanting to move into this

apartment. It’s such a rarity having a terrace, but having one that is

the exact same size as your apartment in New York City is just un-

heard of,” says Parker.

In the warmer months, he takes full advantage of the luxury of having

an expansive outdoor space in the city by embracing indoor-outdoor

living: “I like to take a moment and just sprawl out on the terrace. I

take rugs and things of that sort out there so I can stretch and work

out in comfort while getting some fresh air. At night, I’ll take a white

sheet and pin it up on my railing, grab my projector and watch movies

outside with friends. It’s such a privilege to have extra space to relax.”

Indoors, Parker favours a clean, minimal space with room for calm –

an oasis from the fast pace of life in the city and a place where he can

rest and recharge:

“Something that makes a space home to me is the feeling of stillness.

Having balance is super important for mental clarity.”

Parker’s apartment is filled with meaningful objects that have been

chosen with care.

“When it comes to living in a smaller space, it’s all about what you

allow to have meaning,” he explains.

“Knowing when to let something go to a new

home is a skill that you pick up from minimal liv-

ing. When it comes to how I use the space, I want

for everything in the room to be moveable and not

permanent. I view my space as an extension of my

brain. Things should be able to shift around for you

to process and tackle new obstacles that are coming

your way.”

When it comes to choosing new interior objects,

Parker has a list of requirements before letting them

in through the door:

“Can it live alone? Can it be paired with other pieces

to create a cohesive whole? I love mixing textures,

colours and patterns to make a calming yet vibrant

space.”

Parker’s creativity is reflected not only in what he wears, but also in

his home. Playful colours and organic lines are contrasted by calm,

neutral tones and structured shapes.

“There is definitely a correlation between wearable fashion and home

interiors,” he tells us.

“It all works within your essence as an individual. I think your home

should be a backdrop for you and the way you want to present your-

self to the world at any given moment.”

Home Story - New York

An artist of culture, Parker Kit Hill juggles a career in fashion as well as a prolific

social media presence. Relishing in the freedom of self-expression, Parker enjoys

to share both snippets of his glamorous work as a model and scenes from his

daily life with his extensive community of social media followers, inviting anyone

to get a glimpse into his creative, beautiful and playful mind.

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