Junior / Graduate Interior Designer

Afroditi Krassa; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Afroditi is seeking a talented Junior/Graduate Interior Designer to join its London studio, contributing to hospitality projects from restaurants to hotels. You will work with experienced designers on concept development, visuals and delivery across stages.

The role offers a hybrid work pattern (up to 1 day per week from home) and the chance to grow within an award-winning international design studio. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree or recognised qualification in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or a related discipline.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creative thinking, visual communication and spatial design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to concept development, visual research, mood boards and creative presentations.
• Assist with spatial planning, furniture layouts and interior design development.
• Produce drawings, 3D models, visuals and presentation materials.
• Research and source materials, finishes, furniture, lighting and decorative objects.
• Assist with FF&E development, specifications, schedules and technical documentation.
• Support the preparation of detailed design packages and coordinate information with project teams.
• Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers and consultants, with guidance from senior designers.
• Collaborate creatively and effectively within the studio, taking ownership of assigned tasks and meeting deadlines.

Skills

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Visual communication

Education

Degree in Interior Design or related discipline

Tools

AI Visualisation tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

AFRODITI

Founded in London in 2002, Afroditi began in a converted garage in South London with a clear ambition: to challenge convention and redefine hospitality design. Led by Founder and Product Designer Afroditi Krassa, the studio has developed a distinctive, concept-led approach, creating some of London’s most recognisable hospitality destinations, from itsu and Dishoom to award-winning hotels around the world.

Today, with more than two decades of experience, 250 projects and 40 design awards, Afroditi operates across three continents, partnering with visionary developers, ultra-luxury hotels, celebrity chefs and leading hospitality operators. The studio combines strategic thinking with creative rigour to build compelling concepts, distinctive brands and memorable spaces that shape how people experience hospitality.

Location: London, United Kingdom
Type: Full-time, Hybrid (up to 1 day per week WFH)
Start Date: Immediate

We are seeking a talented, curious and creatively ambitious Junior / Graduate Interior Designer with a passion for hospitality and a strong visual sensibility.

This is an opportunity to develop your skills within an award-winning international design studio, contributing to projects ranging from distinctive restaurants and bars to exceptional hotels. You will work closely with experienced designers, gaining exposure to the creative and technical aspects of interior design, from initial concept development through to detailed design and delivery.

The ideal candidate will be imaginative, resourceful, proactive and highly organised, with a willingness to learn, an eye for detail and the confidence to contribute ideas.

This is an exceptional opportunity to build your career within a studio creating distinctive hospitality experiences for influential international clients.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to concept development, visual research, mood boards and creative presentations.

Assist with spatial planning, furniture layouts and interior design development.

Produce drawings, 3D models, visuals and presentation materials.

Research and source materials, finishes, furniture, lighting and decorative objects.

Assist with FF&E development, specifications, schedules and technical documentation.

Support the preparation of detailed design packages and coordinate information with project teams.

Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers and consultants, with guidance from senior designers.

Collaborate creatively and effectively within the studio, taking ownership of assigned tasks and meeting deadlines.

Requirements

Degree or recognised qualification in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or a related discipline.

Strong portfolio demonstrating creative thinking, visual communication and spatial design.

Proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite.

Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

Strong visual sensibility and a genuine passion for interiors, materials and design.

Proactive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to work collaboratively.

Internship or previous experience within an interior design studio.

Proficiency in SketchUp and AI visualisation tools.

Interest in hospitality, furniture, lighting and bespoke design.

What We’re Looking For

We’re interested in people with at least one exceptional quality.

Alongside your CV and portfolio, tell us about one thing that makes you truly distinctive—whether it’s a skill, passion, achievement, perspective or experience that sets you apart.

At Afroditi, we’re always looking out for exceptional talent.
Our studio works on luxury resorts, boutique hotels, and flagship restaurants and bars across the globe - in some of the world’s most desirable locations, from London to the Indian Ocean.

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