Lead Interior Designer – High-End Residential & Hospitality Projects
London, UK
Are you ready to elevate your career within a studio revered worldwide for its exquisite and understated approach to interior design? Join a renowned firm where craftsmanship meets timeless elegance, creating extraordinary bespoke interiors that define refined living. As a Lead Interior Designer in this inspiring environment, you'll craft the interior architecture of flagship projects, exercising full creative ownership and working alongside some of the most talented minds in the industry. This is more than a role; it's your opportunity to influence high-profile projects that will feature prominently in your portfolio — all within a studio culture that values artistry, technical excellence, and collaborative passion.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the interior architecture delivery of 1–2 high-end residential or hospitality projects, overseeing drawing packages, detailing, and technical coordination on-site.
- Define project frameworks, manage delivery schedules, and maintain a meticulous design process from concept through construction.
- Develop innovative design ideas aligned with the studio’s aesthetic, guiding the internal team and ensuring high-quality output before client review.
- Be the primary point of contact for clients and contractors on day-to-day project matters, fostering seamless communication and trust.
- Prepare detailed scopes of work, manage budgets through tendering and cost analysis, and identify opportunities for value engineering to optimise project outcomes.
- Visit sites regularly to monitor progress, resolve issues swiftly, and build strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and stakeholders.
- Mentor Junior Designers, reviewing their work and ensuring project milestones are achieved with precision and adherence to quality standards.
Skills & Experience
- Minimum 8+ years’ experience in high-end residential or hospitality interiors, demonstrating leadership in project delivery.
- Proven expertise in managing interior architecture components, from detailed technical drawings to construction specifications.
- Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Enscape, and Rhino, with a keen eye for materiality, proportions, and spatial integration.
- Strong organisation skills to handle 1–2 complex projects simultaneously, maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills in English, confidently liaising with clients, suppliers, and cross-disciplinary teams.
- Comprehensive understanding of project programmes, scopes of work, and delivery processes within luxury settings.
- A qualifications in Architecture, Interior Design, or a related discipline.
Benefits
- Flexible hybrid working model to promote work-life balance.
- Opportunity to work in a richly creative studio environment recognised internationally for its design ethos and craftsmanship.
- Career progression paths within a growing studio, with exposure to high-profile projects that will enhance your professional portfolio.
- Engaging company culture that values collaboration, innovation, and design excellence.
- Access to health benefits, professional development, and a supportive team environment to help you thrive.
- Regular team events and a studio that celebrates craftsmanship, materiality, and refined aesthetics.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a design professional eager to influence the luxury interior sector on some of the most exciting projects in London. If you are passionate about impeccable design and looking to join a studio where your expertise will make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you.
