Interior Designer

Arada; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Arada, a UAE-based developer, seeks an experienced Interior Designer to lead concept to completion across residential, hospitality, retail and mixed-use projects. You will translate briefs into space plans, mood boards, materials, 3D models and presentations, applying AI-enabled design tools and the Adobe suite to communicate design intent.

Collaborate with senior designers and cross-disciplinary teams to ensure feasibility, codes compliance and high-quality documentation from concept through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in interior design within a recognized design consultancy or developer environment.
• At least 3 years of recent experience in concept design, competitions or design-led interior projects is preferred.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual ability, space planning, materiality, visualization quality and personal contribution to project outcomes.
• Experience in residential, hospitality, retail, workplace, commercial or cultural sectors preferred.
• Working knowledge of interior design principles, material performance, sustainability and user-centered design.

Responsibilities

• Develop interior concepts, mood boards, material palettes, space plans, furniture layouts and design narratives in response to the project brief, brand positioning and user needs.
• Produce high-quality sketches, diagrams, plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, sections, 3D models, renders and presentations that clearly communicate design intent.
• Undertake precedent research, benchmarking, site analysis, test fits and basic feasibility studies to identify constraints and opportunities.
• Use AutoCAD, 3ds Max and Adobe Creative Suite to explore, develop and present design options.
• Research and select finishes, fixtures, furniture, lighting and accessories, considering aesthetics, durability, sustainability, availability, cost and maintenance.
• Assist with room data sheets, finish schedules, FF&E schedules, sample boards, design reports, presentation packages and documentation required at concept and schematic design stages.
• Coordinate interior proposals with Architecture, Structural, MEP, Lighting, Landscape, AV, Kitchen, Signage and other disciplines under senior guidance.
• Maintain organized models, drawings, schedules, material libraries and presentation files in accordance with project standards.
• Explore emerging materials, interior trends and AI-powered design and visualization tools to improve ideation and workflow efficiency.

Skills

Interior design

Space planning

Concept design

Visualization

Materiality

FF&E

AutoCAD

3ds Max

Vray

Adobe Creative Suite

AI tools

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

3ds Max

Vray

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

ROLE PURPOSE

The Interior Designer will contribute to the development of creative interior concepts across residential, hospitality, retail, commercial, cultural and mixed-use projects. Working under the direction of senior design leaders, the role will translate project briefs, brand narratives and user requirements into well-planned, visually compelling and coordinated interior environments.

The ideal candidate combines strong conceptual thinking with excellent space-planning, material selection, modelling and presentation skills, a developing technical understanding, and enthusiasm for computational and AI-enabled design tools.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop interior concepts, mood boards, material palettes, space plans, furniture layouts and design narratives in response to the project brief, brand positioning and user needs.
• Produce high-quality sketches, diagrams, plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, sections, 3D models, renders and presentations that clearly communicate design intent.
• Undertake precedent research, benchmarking, site analysis, test fits and basic feasibility studies to identify constraints and opportunities.
• Use AutoCAD, 3ds Max and Adobe Creative Suite to explore, develop and present design options.-Research and select finishes, fixtures, furniture, lighting and accessories, considering aesthetics, durability, sustainability, availability, cost and maintenance.
• Support Senior Interior Designers and design leaders in design reviews, workshops and presentations.
• Develop agreed design options with accuracy and consistency, incorporating feedback while protecting the core design narrative.
• Coordinate interior proposals with Architecture, Structural, MEP, Lighting, Landscape, AV, Kitchen, Signage and other specialist disciplines under senior guidance.
• Assist with room data sheets, finish schedules, FF&E schedules, sample boards, design reports, presentation packages and documentation required at concept and schematic design stages.-Check work against applicable codes, accessibility requirements, fire and life-safety principles, sustainability targets, operator standards and project guidelines.
• Maintain organized models, drawings, schedules, material libraries and presentation files in accordance with project standards and quality procedures.
• Manage assigned tasks and deadlines proactively, communicate issues early and contribute positively to a fast-paced collaborative studio.
• Explore emerging materials, interior trends and AI-powered design and visualization tools to improve ideation and workflow efficiency.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in interior design within a recognized design consultancy or developer environment.
• At least 3 years of recent experience in concept design, competitions or design-led interior projects is preferred.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual ability, space planning, materiality, visualization quality and personal contribution to project outcomes.
• Experience in one or more of the following sectors is preferred: residential, hospitality, retail, workplace, commercial or cultural.
• Working knowledge of interior design principles, material performance, sustainability and user-centred design.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Advanced proficiency in Autocad, 3ds Max & Vray, Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong ability to design while visualizing the spaces in a highly realistic manner (Preferably in 3ds Max & Vray).
• Advanced knowledge of space planning, FF&E, materials and finishes, lighting, joinery, schedules, specifications and interior detailing.
• Strong freehand sketching, space-planning, rendering, presentation and design-storytelling skills.-Working knowledge of FF&E, materials, finishes, lighting principles, joinery, schedules and basic interior detailing.
• Familiarity with AI tools for interior ideation, visualization, rendering, generative design and workflow optimization is desirable.
• Working knowledge of drawing standards, area calculations, accessibility, building codes and multidisciplinary design coordination.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Creative and conceptual thinking-Strong spatial awareness and visual communication
• Attention to detail, materials and design consistency
• Curiosity, initiative and openness to feedback-Analytical problem-solving and design iteration-Clear communication and collaborative teamwork
• Organization, reliability and effective time management
• Ability to work across multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Passion for interiors, innovation and continuous learning