Senior Interior Designer

**Role Overview** We are seeking an interior designer who can operate beyond aesthetics — someone who understands space, structure, and execution. This role requires a designer who can collaborate closely with leadership, interpret direction, and contribute original ideas while ensuring designs are practical, buildable, and aligned with high-end residential standards. **Key Responsibilities** **1. Design Development** * Translate high-level concepts into detailed design proposals * Develop layouts with strong spatial planning (not just furniture placement) * Prepare mood boards, material palettes, and FF&E selections aligned with luxury positioning **2. Architectural Coordination** * Work alongside engineers and site teams to ensure feasibility of design ideas * Understand and contribute to: * Structural modifications * Space reconfiguration * GFA/BUA considerations (basic level understanding expected) * Review drawings to ensure alignment between design intent and execution **3. Technical Deliverables** * Prepare: * Concept layouts * Detailed drawings (plans, elevations, sections) * Joinery details (basic to intermediate level) * Coordinate with draftsmen/3D teams for renders and walkthroughs **4. Site & Execution** * Visit sites regularly to ensure design is executed correctly * Work closely with project manager and contractors * Resolve on-site design challenges quickly and practically **5. Collaboration & Flexibility** * Work closely with founder to refine and evolve ideas * Be open to direction while confidently contributing your own perspective * Adapt quickly to changes without being rigid or overly theoretical **Required Skills & Experience** * **Experience:** 4–7 years in interior design (residential projects preferred) * **Education:** Interior Design / Architecture background (Architecture exposure is a strong advantage) * Strong understanding of: * Space planning * Materials and finishes * Joinery basics * Working knowledge of: * AutoCAD (mandatory) * SketchUp / 3ds Max / similar * Basic understanding of construction drawings **What We’re NOT Looking For** * Pure “styling” or furniture-focused designers * Candidates who cannot translate ideas into drawings * Designers who are rigid, overly theoretical, or difficult to collaborate with **What Will Set You Apart** * Ability to think like both a designer and a problem-solver * Strong aesthetic sense aligned with luxury residential projects * Experience working on villas or high-end residential spaces in Dubai * Ability to balance creativity with practicality Work Location: In person Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month Work Location: In person