Architectural Designer (3+ Years Experience)

Archinect; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative architecture and interior design studio is seeking a talented Architectural Designer with at least 3 years of experience, particularly in hospitality and commercial interiors. This fully remote role offers the opportunity to engage in all project phases, from conceptual design to construction documentation. The studio values collaboration and creativity, fostering a culture where thoughtful, concept-driven design thrives. With a focus on community-centered projects, this is a chance to contribute to spaces that bring people together while enjoying a flexible work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Full healthcare and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

Flexible work hours

Mentorship opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an architecture firm focusing on hospitality or commercial interiors.
• Proficiency in Revit and SketchUp required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all phases of project development from design to documentation.
• Work directly with clients, consultants, and contractors.

Skills

Revit

SketchUp

Hand Sketching

Digital Sketching

Education

Master's Degree in Architecture

Job description

Architectural Designer (3+ Years Experience)
Location: San Francisco Bay Area (Local Candidates Only – Fully Remote Role)

Studio BANAA is seeking a creative and technically capable Architectural Designer with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience—ideally in commercial interiors or hospitality-focused work. This is a full-time position for someone who enjoys working across all project phases, values collaboration, and is excited about thoughtful, concept-driven design.

We are a fully remote architecture and interior design studio based in San Francisco, working primarily on café, restaurant, retail, and community-centered projects. While our operations are remote, we require all team members to be based in the Bay Area due to local project needs, site visits, and consultant coordination.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an architecture firm, preferably with a focus on hospitality or commercial interiors

• Masters Degree from an accredited university is preferred

• Proficiency in Revit and SketchUp is required

• Ability to produce drawing sets independently and collaborate with a small team

• Strong hand sketching ability; experience with digital sketching (e.g., on iPad) is a plus

• Comfortable working independently and communicating effectively in a remote setting

• Must be currently located in the San Francisco Bay Area

What You’ll Be Doing

• Contribute to all phases of project development, from conceptual design and space planning through construction documentation and permitting

• Work directly with clients, consultants, and contractors

• Participate in internal design reviews and brainstorming sessions

• Help develop thoughtful, well-detailed designs for spaces that are both beautiful and functional

What We Offer

• Fully remote work environment (Bay Area site presence required when needed)

• Full healthcare and dental insurance after a 3-month period

• Generous paid time off and flexible work hours

• Experience across a range of project types and scales

• A collaborative, design-focused culture within a small, close-knit team

• Opportunities for direct mentorship and growth in both design and project management

About Studio BANAA

We’re an architecture and interior design firm specializing in hospitality and architectural interiors—cafés, restaurants, bakeries, and spaces that bring people together. Founded in San Francisco, we take pride in creating spaces that reflect the values and energy of the people who use them. Our team is small, nimble, and committed to thoughtful design and strong execution.