Senior Interior Designer

DS Architecture is committed to building a team of multi-disciplined staff, with diverse talents and expertise in a variety of project typologies. Working with clients at the forefront of their industries, we continually strive to be a premier design firm in Northeast Ohio.

WE DESIGN FOR THE FUTURE AND HUMANITY
Facilities should naturally support human engagement in collaboration, service and discovery. Our goal is to enhance these experiences by breaking down both physical and perceived barriers to create a place in which individuals and groups can produce results and inspire together.
A functional space with flexible uses and a comfortable environment enables people to take ownership of their surroundings, stimulating focus and creativity. Because productivity is the health of a building, we will work to understand all respective needs and goals so that each project is successful.

• Professional Interior Design degree from an accredited university
• Minimum firm experience – 7 years beyond graduation
• Proficient in REVIT
• Adobe Creative Cloud competency

An experienced interior designer who independently performs a broad range of interior design assignments, develops design concepts and documentation, coordinates with consultants and project teams, and oversee portions of projects or mentor junior staff. Works with limited supervision and applies advanced knowledge of interior design principles, materials, building systems, codes, and project delivery processes

Design Acumen:
Capability of independently performing analysis of design, planning and technical solutions. Performs design layouts and features, which require researching, compiling, and recording information of assigned project work.

Project Element Knowledge:

Understanding of and providing analysis of the four main components of a project.

• Functional Program and Size
• Quality of Materials, Finishes and Aesthetics
• Construction and Project Cost
• Project Schedule
• Project Safety
• Code Regulations

Competent in conventional aspects of architectural documentation ranging from programing through construction documents. Drawing creation ranging from space planning diagrams, massing studies, elevations, building and wall sections, details and schedules.

Have a solid understanding of Revit modeling/drafting tools and features required to facilitate drawing production as described above. Comfortable developing renderings (conceptual and photo-realistic) utilizing necessary location, material, and visibility settings as well as 3rd party applications, like Enscape.

Recognize the demands put on your project manager and studio director. Offer help and solutions to improve communication and efficiency. Proactively request feedback to determine areas of self-growth. Preemptively challenge and encourage your project manager and studio director to strive for improvement.

Inspiring Together for Design Excellence.

We invest in the people who do the work, with real employer-funded retirement, time to actually rest, and one of the most concrete commitments to licensure and professional growth you’ll find at a firm our size.

• 3% Safe Harbor 401(k) contribution.
  
  We contribute 3% of your pay to your retirement every year you receive it whether or not you contribute anything yourself. It’s real money from the firm, vested and yours.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) so you choose how to save.

• Medical coverage through Medical Mutual, with multiple plans to choose from, including anHSA-eligible optionthat allows for tax-free healthcare savings. The firm covers a substantial share of your premium.
• Firm-paid life insurance and short-term disability through The Standard.
• Group dental and visionavailable through Anthem.
• Voluntary supplemental coverage, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, additional term life insurance for you and your spouse, and identity theft protection, is available to help you build the safety net that fits your life.
• 22 days of flexible, front-loaded paid time offthat…