Interior Designer

Company Info

At Ario Studio we believe architecture & interiors are an art form. We believe the built environment directly affects the way we live, work, and play. We strive to create spaces that are as inventive and unique as the people and businesses who inhabit them. We are not afraid to think differently and try new things. We approach projects from a modern, contemporary mindset - not limited by what is “typically” done.

• You are passionate about, and obsessed with, great design work.
• You love contemporary design but also appreciate traditional design.
• You believe the best design outcomes are achieved when interiors and architecture are developed together.
• You care deeply about how interior environments impact people.
• You can visualize design and proportions effortlessly. You think about the 3-dimensional aspects of design – not just flat finishes and décor.
• You’re a life-long learner, always looking to expand your horizons and take your design skills to the next level.
• You’re detail-oriented yet big-picture driven. You can move fluidly between concept development, material selection, and technical coordination, always keeping the overall design vision intact.
• You thrive in a design-driven studio, welcome critique, and are motivated by making work that’s genuinely exceptional—not just “good enough.”
• You’re not here to follow trends or collect projects. You’re here to raise the bar.
• You understand that great work is often the result of many hands and a clear vision. You are comfortable stepping into an existing design direction and elevating it through execution, detail, and follow-through.
• You are comfortable taking design direction and carrying projects forward with ownership, translating the Design Director’s vision into fully realized, well-executed interiors through documentation and completion.

• Wants to work independently of architecture
• Is trend-driven or purely decorative in approach
• Doesn’t think 3-dimensional or can’t visualize designs intuitively
• Is satisfied repeating solutions that “worked on the last project”

• Work on both commercial and residential architecture projects (20% commercial and 80% residential work)
• Work directly with, and coordinate between, clients, vendors, consultants, engineers, and contractors.
• Participate in multiple projects at the same time.
• Drive to local properties and work sites.
• Lead and manage projects from schematic design through construction administration.
• Develop 3D models and 2D construction sets.
• Develop interior specifications.
• Source new and vintage furnishings and decor.

• 5+ years of experience commercial and/or residential interior design

• Outstanding interpersonal skills, a team-first mentality, and a collaborative work style.
• Advanced proficiency in the following software:
  Sketch Up, Revit
• General proficiency in the following software:
  Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Lumion and/or Twinmotion
• Excellent writing and speaking skills
• Ability to constructively communicate and receive feedback.
• Strong hand sketching skills
• Construction administration and/or project management experience
• Personal organization skills
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Competitive PTO

• In person at Ario Studio in downtown Travelers Rest, SC

To apply for this position, please email  A resume and current portfolio must be attached to the email for your application to be considered.