Senior Interior Designer - Studio Leader

Overview

We are partnered with a mid-size, design-led architecture practice in Washington, DC with a strong Multifamily, Mixed Use & Workplace portfolio and a collaborative studio culture. They're hiring a Senior Interior Designer - Studio Leader to strengthen and lead their interiors capability.

This is a senior strategic hire into a merged interiors and architecture environment. The firm has an established interiors team but no dedicated leader, creating a clear opportunity to step in, set direction, and elevate performance.

• Interior design delivery across multifamily, student housing, and office-to-residential conversion projects
• Day-to-day leadership and mentorship of an interiors team of eight
• Integration of interiors within architectural project teams
• Improvement of project efficiency, delivery standards, and profitability
• Client-facing leadership and design oversight on residential-led work
• Business development support, including developing and growing interiors-led opportunities

• 15+ years of interior design experience
• Strong background in multifamily, residential, and/or conversion projects
• Senior-level delivery experience within an architecture-led environment
• Comfortable operating with autonomy in a mid-size studio
• Business development experience or client relationships preferred
• Licensed Interior Designer