Inside Sales & Interior Architect

Poltrona Frau; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

A luxury design firm in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Interior Architect/Designer for a hybrid role. The ideal candidate will lead design discussions, cultivate client relationships, and manage high-end projects across luxury residential and commercial spaces. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field, with over 5 years of experience in luxury interiors and a strong portfolio showcasing their design capabilities. This position offers a salary between $65,000 and $85,000 plus commissions, with various benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in high-end furniture or luxury interiors.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating design execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead design conversations and develop project narratives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure design intent.
• Execute sales efforts and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Space planning

Consultative approach

Project management

Digital fluency

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Adobe

Job description

Poltrona Frau is seeking a refined, design-led professional to join our Washington DC showroom in a hybrid role that blends inside sales, and interior architecture/design. This position is ideal for someone who pairs commercial acumen with a strong aesthetic sensibility-able to guide clients from inspiration to specification, while cultivating long-term relationships within the A+D community.

As an Interior Architect/Designer, you will work with colleagues and private clients and dealers across luxury residential and select commercial projects, translating lifestyle and brand narratives into thoughtful, impeccably detailed interiors. As a business driver, you will grow opportunities, build a robust pipeline, and act as a local brand ambassador for Poltrona Frau. When needed, this role will also provide on-floor coverage to support the showroom team and ensure an exceptional client experience.

This role reports directly to the Showroom Manager.

Main Activities

• Lead design conversations from concept to specification, shaping complete solutions that reflect Poltrona Frau’s heritage, craftsmanship, and modern sophistication
• Develop project narratives and presentations (concepts, space planning, furniture plans, finish/material palettes, and product specifications) for residential and commercial spaces
• Serve as a trusted design partner to private clients and dealer partners, supporting full-scope projects and multi-room environments
• Collaborate with external stakeholders—architects, interior designers, developers, and project teams—to ensure design intent, technical alignment, and project continuity
• Curate cohesive proposals that balance aesthetics, performance, timelines, and investment—bringing clarity and confidence to client decisions
• Deliver a high-touch showroom experience aligned with luxury standards—welcoming clients, and guiding choices with discretion and expertise
• Executing sales efforts provide excellent client services & sales results as per showroom target
• Build and expand relationships within the A+D community; generate new opportunities while nurturing existing accounts and repeat business
• Manage a project pipeline with discipline and elegance -quotes, revisions, follow-ups, and documentation- ensuring responsiveness and an exceptional client journey
• Represent Poltrona Frau locally as a brand ambassador at showroom appointments, presentations, and targeted events
• Provide showroom floor coverage as needed, supporting walk-in clients, peak periods, appointments, and overall team continuity

Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or Industrial Design
• 5+ years of experience in high-end furniture, luxury interiors, or A+D-facing sales environments, with demonstrated project involvement
• A strong portfolio showing space planning, concept development, material sensibility, and the ability to translate design into executable specifications

Technical and Soft skills

• Confidence presenting to discerning clients and design professionals, with a consultative, relationship-first approach
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects with precision and grace
• Strong digital fluency (Microsoft Office required; familiarity with design tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Adobe, etc)
• Well-connected within the Washington DC, A+D community

Base salary: $65,000-$85,000 + commissions

Benefits: 401(k) match, health insurance, paid time off and paid holidays