Design Director: Visionary Leader for Innovative Workspaces

IA Interior Architects; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

IA Interior Architects seeks a Design Director to set a clear vision for design excellence and lead the studio in delivering innovative, high-performing environments.

You will partner with clients, project teams, and leadership to translate business and human needs into strategic, aspirational design solutions. This role demands deep industry knowledge and a commitment to mentorship and thought leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited architecture or interior design program.
• Licensed Architect and/or Interior Designer preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in workplace design including leadership of complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with clients by understanding objectives, culture, budgets and schedules.
• Lead design quality across the studio with rigorous, innovative outcomes.
• Direct and present design concepts for key projects and accounts.
• Oversee space plans, concepts, docs, and furniture packages for priority projects.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure design intent and coordination with client goals.
• Mentor designers and lead training initiatives and reviews.
• Foster cross-studio collaboration and pursuit of new business opportunities.
• Guide project photography, storytelling, and award submissions reflecting IA's brand.

Skills

Storytelling

Presentation

Client engagement

Space planning

3D visualization

Building systems & codes

FF&E knowledge

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

AI-assisted design

Microsoft Office

Education

Accredited architecture/interior design degree

Licensed Architect or Interior Designer preferred

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

IA Interior Architects seeks a Design Director to set a clear vision for design excellence and lead the studio in delivering innovative, high-performing environments.

You will partner with clients, project teams, and leadership to translate business and human needs into strategic, aspirational design solutions. This role demands deep industry knowledge and a commitment to mentorship and thought leadership.