Interior Designer – High-End Residential

American Society of Interior Designers, Inc; Hawaii; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Long-term growth

Design-focused studio

Job summary

American Society of Interior Designers, Inc. in Hawaii seeks an experienced Interior Designer specializing in luxury residential projects to lead full-service designs from concept through installation.

You will collaborate with clients, architects, and vendors to deliver refined interiors that reflect island character. You will develop FF&E schemes, produce drawings, manage client relationships, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery for high-end island homes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional interior design experience, especially in luxury residential projects.
• Ability to manage projects independently from concept through installation.
• Strong design sensibility with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential projects from concept through installation.
• Develop interiors reflecting elevated aesthetics and island-appropriate design.
• Create and present design concepts, FF&E schemes, space plans, and material selections.
• Manage client relationships with professionalism and confidence.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Coordinate with architects, builders, craftspeople, and vendors.
• Oversee ordering, tracking, and installation of furnishings and finishes.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.

Skills

Interior design

Project management

Client relations

Communication

Time management

Tools

AutoCAD

Studio Designer

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

Revit

Chief Architect

Job description

Interior Designer – High-End Residential (Hawaii)

We are seeking an experienced Interior Designer to join our team specializing in luxury residential homes. This role is ideal for a designer who understands refined, timeless interiors and excels at managing sophisticated projects from concept through completion.

About the Role

You will lead full-service interior design projects for high-end private residences, collaborating closely with clients, architects, and vendors to deliver exceptional results that reflect both luxury and a strong sense of place.

Responsibilities

• Lead residential projects from initial concept and programming through installation.
• Develop interiors that reflect elevated aesthetics, thoughtful detail, and island-appropriate design.
• Create and present design concepts, FF&E schemes, space plans, and material selections.
• Manage client relationships with professionalism and confidence.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Coordinate with architects, builders, craftspeople, and vendors.
• Oversee ordering, tracking, and installation of furnishings and finishes.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional interior design experience, with a strong focus on high-end or luxury residential projects
• Proven experience managing projects independently.
• Excellent design sensibility and diligence
• Strong knowledge of custom furnishings, materials, finishes, and high-end vendors
• Proficiency in industry software (AutoCAD, Studio Designer, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch up or Revit, Chief Architect or similar)
• Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of projects.
• Experience working in Hawaii or similar coastal/remote markets is a plus.

What We Offer

• Work on exceptional, high-end residential homes in Hawaii
• Collaborative, design-focused studio environment
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Opportunity for long-term growth with respected design practice