Senior Interior Designer

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International, collaborative and culturally engaged, BAR Studio specialises in the design of hotels and resorts throughout the world. Since 2003 we have established a portfolio of refined and sensitively realised projects. We are committed to design responses that form a sense of place, grounding each project in a material and aesthetic landscape. Above all else we value material and spatial quality, detail and the integrity of the designed outcome.

The key to creating successful design outcomes lies in our personal approach and our creative and professional collaboration with strong, cohesive and effective teams. We structure our studio so that key senior members are across all projects, ensuring each project is prioritised company-wide, and our directors and key staff are integrally involved in all aspects of design and delivery.

The Role

Finding the right people for our studio is essential. We are seeking a talented and creative Senior Interior Designer to join our team on a contract or fixed-term basis. Working closely with the Design Leader and Design Director, you will be the lead team member responsible for implementing the design and creating functional, aesthetically pleasing interior spaces for a diverse range of clients across various industries. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop design concepts and plans that meet the client's requirements and expectations

• Propose creative design solutions for review with the Creative/Design Director and project team.

• Lead the design development and delivery of projects across all project phases.

• Create detailed drawings, 3D models, and renderings of interior spaces

• Coordinate with FF&E, lighting and consultant teams to achieve design intent

• Plan design process for each phase, ensuring deliverables are completed to programme.

• Collaborate with remote documentation teams, clearly communicating design intent through models and mark-ups.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, new materials, and emerging technologies

About You

You are a highly skilled designer with a passion for luxury hospitality interiors and an exceptional eye for detail. You thrive in translating conceptual visions into meticulously crafted, buildable spaces. You excel in balancing creativity with technical precision, and you're confident managing complex design processes in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field

• Proven experience as a Senior Interior Designer, with significant hospitality project work

• MUST have advanced proficiency in design software AutoCAD and SketchUp, with the ability to perform live updates to Sketchup models

• Strong technical knowledge of interior detailing, materials, and construction processes

• Proven ability to manage design phases from concept to delivery.

• Exceptional communication and coordination skills with multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong knowledge of design principles, color theory, and materials

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

What is on Offer?

Salary commensurate with experience

The opportunity to work with highly experienced leaders and gain exposure to interesting and complex projects across the globe

Employee Assistance program

Learning and development opportunities including Lunch & Learns, Artist talks, access to training and more.

Hybrid Working arrangements

Regular staff and team social events

A brand-new studio in the heart of Collingwood

Flexible working arrangements

12 weeks of Paid Parental leave

Apply Now

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV/Resume and portfolio to [emailprotected] or contact us if you have any questions on this role.Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.We kindly ask that recruiters NOT contact us at this stage, as we are managing the recruitment process directly.

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