Senior Interior Designer

Senior Interior Designer

Twelve Stones Designs | Austin, TX

Twelve Stones Designs is a boutique interior design firm specializing in high‑end interiors and luxury cabinetry in Austin and the surrounding Texas Hill Country. We focus exclusively on residential design, helping clients create beautifully functional spaces with custom cabinetry and tailored finishes. We value creativity, leadership, and autonomy while providing the processes you need to do your best work.

The Senior Interior Designer is responsible for executing our residential interior and furnishings projects once the overall design direction has been established by the Principal Designer.

This individual will oversee project development, product specification and pricing, client communication, vendor coordination, and overall project implementation while ensuring an elevated and seamless client experience.

This is a client‑facing, project‑driven role for someone who thrives in both creative design and detailed execution.

• Develop cohesive design concepts using Programa and other digital tools.
• Present designs and selections clearly and confidently to clients.
• Source furniture, décor, and interior selections according to the design vision and bring clients to key decision points.
• Collaborate closely with the owner, cabinetry studio, and drafting support to deliver accurate plans and construction documentation.
• Create detailed schedules and proposals with pricing and product specifications.
• Manage design timelines and client approvals.
• Visit project sites periodically to ensure design details are being implemented correctly.
• Participate in final project installation, photo shoots and styling.
• Work with operations to create estimates and proposals for new projects.
• Collaborate with installers and contractors.
• Oversee and coach junior design staff and interns.

• Build and maintain trade vendor relationships through meetings, networking and events.
• Support growth of the furnishings side of the business through thoughtful product selection, expanded vendor relationships, attending markets and events, and opportunities within client projects.
• Maintain select inventory of product for staging, styling or project use.
• Stay current on design trends and approaches that appeal to our target client.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients.
• Guide clients through selections and decision‑making with confidence and clarity.
• Maintain consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure a high‑touch, service‑driven client experience.

• Work closely with the Principal Designer, Operations Manager, Cabinetry Studio team, and our partner builders and architects.
• Assist in developing estimates, proposals, and project budgets.
• Coordinate with internal and external partners to ensure smooth project execution.

• 5+ years of experience in a Senior or Lead Design Role in a residential firm.
• Experience managing and executing multi‑room design projects with budgets of 150K+.
• Strong background in furniture, décor, and finish specification.
• Collaboration with and/or direct supervision of other designers/team members.
• Selection and specification of furniture, drapery, accessories, and remodeling materials.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with contractors, installers, and vendors.
• Vendor Management and Coordination.

• Strong portfolio demonstrating refined residential design work.
• Strong understanding of residential construction and remodeling processes.
• Professional demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• High attention to detail and process orientation.
• Significant product and vendor knowledge, especially luxury furniture and accessories.
• Proficient in CAD/rendering software like Sketch Up, Chief Architect or AutoCAD (Chief Architect preferred).
• Ability to learn new software and tools quickly and independently (we will provide some training).
• Estimating Design Time and Budgeting for Materials.
• Organization and…