Interior Designer

Lauren Kelly Interiors, LLC; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lauren Kelly Interiors, LLC is seeking an experienced Interior Designer to lead the design and styling of model and display homes for builder clients. You will shape first impressions and create spaces that showcase lifestyle and support sales goals.

This role requires frequent travel to project sites, not remote, and involves collaborating with builders, sales teams, and installation crews from concept through installation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field.
• 2-5+ years of interior design experience required.
• Model home, hospitality, or residential staging experience preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Design and furnish model/display homes from concept through installation.
• Develop concepts and mood boards aligned with each builder's brand.
• Produce Construction Documentation using AutoCAD Software.
• Source furniture and decor, managing budgets and timelines.
• Coordinate with builders, sales teams, general contractors, and installation crews.
• Travel to project sites for walkthroughs and styling.

Skills

2-5+ years experience

Space planning

Vendor relations

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Interior Designer: Model Display Homes

Location: St. Charles, IL, Travel Required. *Not a remote job opportunity

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We're looking for a creative and detail-oriented Interior Designer to lead the design and styling of model and display homes for our builder and custom builder clients. In this role, you'll shape the first impression buyers have of a builder's product — creating spaces that showcase lifestyle, drive emotional connection, and support sales goals. This position requires frequent travel to project sites.

What You'll Do

• Design and furnish model/display homes from concept through installation, including space planning, furniture selection, finishes, lighting, and accessories
• Develop design concepts and mood boards that align with each builder's brand, target buyer demographic, and price point
• Produce comprehensive Construction Documentation using AutoCAD Software
• Source furniture, art, and decor from vendors and showrooms, managing budgets and timelines for each project
• Coordinate with builders, sales teams, general contractors, and installation crews to ensure design vision is executed on schedule
• Travel to project sites for walkthroughs, installs, and styling — included overnight travel as needed
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously across different markets and timelines
• Stay current on design trends, buyer preferences, and competitor model homes in target markets
• Present design concepts and budgets to builder clients and incorporate feedback
• Oversee final staging and styling to ensure a polished, market-ready presentation

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field.
• 2-5+ years of experience in interior design.
• Model home, hospitality, or residential staging experience preferred
• Strong space planning and furniture layout skills
• Proficiency in design software, AutoCAD and Microsoft Office tools
• Excellent vendor relationships and sourcing skills; ability to manage budgets
• Strong communication and presentation skills for client-facing work
• Ability to travel frequently, including some overnight trips
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines at once

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with home builders or developers, preferred not required
• Familiarity with new-construction timelines and builder sales processes