Luxury Interior Designer High-End Renovations

Experience

Required:

5+ years Interior Design or Architecture (High-End Residential Preferred)

Project Type: High-End Residential Renovations

Chapter is a design-build company specializing in high-end residential renovations across New York City, Miami, New Jersey, Westchester, and Connecticut.

We bring architecture, design, construction, and project management together under one integrated team to create a more seamless renovation experience for homeowners.

Our focus is not simply designing beautiful spaces. It's delivering exceptional projects through creativity, communication, accountability, and execution.

We are hiring an Interior Designer to lead residential renovation projects from concept development through construction execution.

This role combines creative design, technical documentation, material sourcing, and client-facing collaboration. You will work directly with homeowners, Project Managers, vendors, and consultants to transform client goals into beautiful, functional spaces while ensuring design intent is carried through every stage of the project.

The ideal candidate has strong design instincts, excellent communication skills, and experience working within high-end residential environments.

• Create schematic design concepts, mood boards, color palettes, and finish selections
• Develop creative solutions that align with client goals, lifestyle, and project budgets
• Translate client vision into cohesive and buildable design concepts

• Source finishes, fixtures, lighting, appliances, cabinetry, and decorative elements
• Research products and identify solutions that balance aesthetics, performance, and budget
• Coordinate samples, approvals, and specification packages
• Guide homeowners through the design process from concept through construction
• Lead design discussions and help clients make informed decisions
• Present design concepts, material selections, and recommendations
• Build trust and maintain strong client relationships throughout the project lifecycle

• Prepare and deliver compelling client presentations
• Produce 2D and 3D visualizations to effectively communicate design intent
• Present design rationale and recommendations clearly and confidently
• Coordinate with vendors, manufacturers, showrooms, and sales representatives
• Obtain pricing, lead times, specifications, and product information
• Support procurement efforts and ensure selections align with project requirements

• Produce detailed drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Coordinate with Project Managers and construction teams to ensure accurate execution
• Maintain organized project records and documentation

A significant part of this role is managing homeowner relationships.

You will be expected to build trust, communicate proactively, manage expectations, navigate feedback, and provide a polished client experience throughout the renovation process.

Success in this role requires both strong design skills and strong client management skills.

• You can balance creativity with practical execution
• You communicate clearly with clients, vendors, Project Managers, and contractors
• You are highly organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• You maintain attention to detail while moving projects forward efficiently
• You are comfortable presenting ideas and guiding clients through decisions
• You understand luxury residential expectations and service standards
• You take ownership of outcomes and follow through on commitments

• 5+ years of professional Interior Design or Architecture experience
• High-end residential experience strongly preferred
• Proficiency in Revit is required
• Strong understanding of residential construction and renovation processes
• Experience creating design presentations, technical drawings, and construction documentation
• Excellent design sensibility and knowledge of current design trends
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Experience working directly with clients in a professional service…