Design Architect - Residential Projects

Architecture Social; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WFH up to 1 day per week

28 days leave plus Christmas closure

Cycle to work scheme

Regular CPD, training and support

Social events and career progression

Job summary

Architecture Social in London seeks a Residential Design Architect with 3–5 years PQE to join a design-led studio renowned for landmark residential developments and urban regeneration projects. You will shape proposals from concept through planning and developed design, working within a collaborative team on Central London schemes.

The role focuses on delivering high-quality residential designs, coordinating Revit/BIM workflows, and engaging with clients and stakeholders to meet planning and

Qualifications

• Must be ARB registered with 3–5 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong portfolio of residential design or planning-stage projects.
• Solid understanding of UK planning guidance and building regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative and technically robust design proposals for large-scale residential and mixed-use projects.
• Contribute to projects from concept design through planning and design development stages.
• Prepare presentations, visualisations, and client-facing design material.
• Produce and coordinate project information using Revit and BIM workflows.
• Collaborate with internal design teams, consultants and stakeholders to resolve design challenges.
• Ensure schemes respond to planning requirements and current legislation.
• Support delivery of High Risk Building projects with compliant design processes.
• Present design ideas in internal reviews, client meetings and workshops.

Skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

UK building regulations knowledge

Education

ARB registration

Tools

Revit

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Residential Design Architect to join a highly respected London studio renowned for delivering design-led residential developments and transformative urban regeneration projects. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will contribute to the design and development of landmark schemes across Central London and wider mixed-use regeneration masterplans.

This role is ideal for an ambitious architect with 3-5 years' post-qualification experience who is passionate about residential design and thrives in a creative and supportive environment. You will play a key role in shaping high-quality design proposals from concept through planning and developed design stages, helping to create places that make a lasting impact.

Responsibilities:

• Develop creative and technically robust design proposals for large-scale residential and mixed-use projects
• Contribute to projects from concept design through planning and design development stages
• Prepare compelling presentations, visualisations, and client-facing design material
• Produce and coordinate project information using Revit and BIM workflows
• Collaborate with internal design teams, consultants, and stakeholders to resolve design challenges
• Ensure schemes respond effectively to planning requirements, current legislation, and design standards
• Support the delivery of High Risk Building projects, maintaining compliance throughout the design process
• Present design ideas confidently in internal reviews, client meetings, and design workshops

Requirements:

• ARB registered Architect with 3-5 years' post-qualification experience
• Proficiency in Revit
• Demonstrable residential design flair supported by a strong portfolio of built or planning-stage projects
• Experience working on complex residential developments and large-scale urban regeneration schemes
• Proven involvement in High Risk Building projects
• Strong understanding of current UK legislation, regulations, and residential design guidance
• Experience using rendering, visualisation, and presentation software
• Excellent presentation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Previous experience on Prime Central London residential projects would be highly advantageous
• The right to live and work in the UK - sponsorship is not possible

What's on Offer:

• 1 day a week working from home
• 28 days leave plus Christmas closure
• Cycle to work scheme
• Regular CPD, training and support
• Work events, drinks, monthly socials
• Clear opportunities for professional development and career progression