Senior kitchen designer

Nina Interior Design is hiring a senior kitchen designer to join its office in Dubai.

We are seeking a highly experienced senior professional kitchen designer to join our Dubai contracting and consultancy team. This role is responsible for leading the end‑to‑end design of high‑end residential, hospitality and F&B kitchens from concept through detailed construction documentation. You will act as a design lead, working directly with clients, architects and multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver functional, compliant and aesthetically exceptional kitchens.

Proficiency in Revit is a strong advantage.

• lead kitchen design projects from initial brief, concept, and schematic design through detailed design, tender and IFC/shop drawing stages
• develop high‑quality kitchen layouts, space planning and workflows for residential and commercial/hospitality kitchens
• coordinate with architectural, structural and MEP consultants to ensure fully integrated and buildable kitchen designs
• produce and review detailed drawings: plans, elevations, sections, detail equipment schedules and builder’s work drawings
• prepare and validate BOQs, material/finish specifications and appliance selections aligned with project requirements
• ensure compliance with relevant UAE/Dubai Municipality/Civil Defense requirements, plus international kitchen and F&B operational standards
• conduct site surveys and oversee measurement verification; manage design changes based on site constraints
• lead client presentations, design workshops and value‑engineering exercises while protecting design intent
• mentor junior designers and support the development of office standards, libraries and templates

• bachelor’s degree or diploma in interior design, architecture, industrial design or related field
• strong portfolio demonstrating leadership on luxury residential, hospitality and/or commercial kitchen projects
• expert knowledge of kitchen planning principles, cabinetry/joinery construction, materials, hardware and appliance integration
• high proficiency in 2D/Revit design and documentation tools (AutoCAD essential Revit proficiency, especially for BIM‑coordinated projects)
• excellent understanding of MEP coordination for kitchens (exhaust/ventilation, drainage/grease waste, gas safety, power loads)
• ability to interpret and coordinate multi‑disciplinary drawings and resolve site/design conflicts proactively
• strong client‑facing skills, presentation ability and clear professional communication
• highly organised, detail‑oriented and able to manage multiple high‑value projects under tight deadlines

• experience with European kitchen systems and premium brands
• familiarity with BIM workflows, IFC deliverables and coordination tools (Navisworks/BIM
  360/Revizto)
• knowledge of sustainable kitchen design practices and circular materials