Designer, Creative Design ​/ Digital Art, Interior Design

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We’re seeking a talented and experienced Interior or Architectural Designer to join our high‑performing team at a premier luxury residential design/build firm. This role is ideal for a professional with 3‑5+ years of experience in a residential interior design, architecture, or design/build environment who thrives in a collaborative team environment and client‑focused setting.

• Passionate about residential design and remodeling design
• Meet with Project Leaders and clients during the design process on a weekly basis from start to completion
• Work with project team to create as‑built drawings, schematic design drawings, design development drawings and presentations, permit drawings, and construction documents
• Utilize AutoCAD for drafting floor plans, elevations, detailed plan sets
• Sketch Up for 3D modeling
• Hand drawings as necessary
• Canva, Adobe Photoshop + Illustrator for presentation boards
• Understanding of local zoning laws, environmental factors and structural issues relevant to projects
• Understanding of permitting processes within DC Metro area
• Management of design process for multiple projects at a time
• Manage selections for a range of projects within given allowances and scope of work
• Research and stay current with latest design trends (materials, finishes, fixtures, appliances, etc.)
• Work with client, including but not limited to showroom visits, providing samples, providing resources

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture from an accredited University
• True passion for residential design and a strong understanding of the remodeling process
• Selections experience and vendor knowledge
• Design/Build Experience is a bonus!
• A collaborative spirit—someone who enjoys being part of a tight‑knit, high‑performing team
• Proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset and strong creative problem‑solving skills
• Experience supporting all phases of a project, from concept through construction
• A balance of independent drive and the ability to take direction and contribute within a team
• Excellent attention to detail and love for the nitty gritty details which make each project authentic
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and keep projects moving according to a projected schedule
• Desire to grow within a dynamic design/build environment

• High proficiency in AutoCAD for architectural plans
• High proficiency in Sketch Up for 3D modeling
• Experience with Chief Architect is a plus
• Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Graphic design skills, including familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Adobe Acrobat
• Canva
• Rendering software experience is a bonus

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Washington, DC $77,100.00-$89,500.00 – 3 months ago