Junior Interior Designer

Company Description

Our interior design service helps people to live better through interior architecture that solves problems, anticipates their needs, and creates a home that works for them. Our service is tailored to individual expectations. We take the fear and overwhelming feeling that most clients experience when researching for their project, inspiring them with confidence that their project will be taken through from initial inspiration to a finished home.

What we’re looking for

• Someone passionate about design
• A confident, loyal, trustworthy, dynamic, charming person
• Proactive nature, great instincts, open to feedback, with a positive approach

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Interior Designer with a portfolio of completed projects
• A degree or diploma in Interior Design or a related field
• 1-2 years post-graduate experience in the luxury residential sector
• Knowledge of interior design principles, materials, and furnishings
• Excellent creativity and artistic ability
• Proficiency in design software Vectorworks is essential to this role. 2D minimum, 3D preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Photoshop
• Proficiency in Houzz Pro desirable but not essential
• Experience working as part of a team
• Good supplier and product knowledge, including FF&E and finishes
• Strong technical ability
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Impeccable and concise communication skills

The role will include

• Working in a small team with one of our mid-weight or senior designers on 4-6 projects at any time.
• FF&E space planning
• Produce material schemes and mood boards
• Producing technical drawings in Vectorworks format
• Putting together client presentations
• Creating full project costing schedules and budgets
• Sourcing FF&E and assisting the procurement team
• Designing bespoke joinery and FF&E. Reviewing with suppliers technical drawings prior to manufacturing
• Developing detailed specifications and managing a pre-agreed budget
• Working with contractors and suppliers to ensure the design and quality are executed as per the specification and to the highest standard
• Regular site visits and report progress
• Coordinating all aspects of the FF&E procurement and installation process

If you are a creative individual with a passion for interior design and a strong attention to detail, we would love to hear from you. Join our team at Kia Designs and contribute to creating beautiful and functional interior spaces for our clients.