LDa Architecture & Interiors - Mid-Level Interior Designer

IIDA New England; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

LDa Architecture & Interiors is seeking an Interior Designer to join our collaborative team in Boston. The role involves working with Principals on a range of projects, including space planning, interior architecture, and FF&E, with travel to project sites as needed.

We value strong design skills, project management, and mentorship of junior staff. Proficiency in Revit and Studio Designer is required, as well as experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of interior design experience.
• Experience collaborating with architects and builders.
• Knowledge of building codes and ADA requirements.
• Residential design experience required.
• Multi-family, commercial and/or institutional design preferred.
• Degree in interior design or related field.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Principals and design teams as Interior Designer for various projects.
• Handle space planning, interior architecture, interior design, construction drawings, FF&E, and décor/styling.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors; track budgets; oversee ordering and scheduling; coordinate installations.
• Mentor junior staff and act as a design leader within the firm.
• Present to current and prospective clients and support marketing efforts.

Skills

Interior design

Space planning

Project management

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in interior design, interior architecture, or related field

Tools

Revit

Studio Designer

InDesign

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Preferred years of experience: 4-7 years
• Area of Focus: Interior Design
• Position Type: Full Time Exempt

Aug 26

Written By Jillian Haney

JOB DESCRIPTION

LDa Architecture & Interiors is seeking an Interior Designer to join our collaborative team! The Interior Designer will be based in LDa’s Boston office (located in the SoWa Art + Design District) and must be able to travel to project sites as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working collaboratively with LDa Principals and design teams, serve as Interior Designer for projects ranging in size and type
• Responsibilities vary for each project but may include: space planning, interior architecture, interior design, construction drawings, FF&E, and décor & styling
• Coordinate work with vendors & contractors; track project budgets; oversee ordering and scheduling; coordinate installations
• Oversee and mentor junior staff members; act as a design leader within the firm
• Present to current and prospective clients
• Support the firm’s marketing and business development efforts
• Mentor less experienced staff
• Mastery of drafting and purchasing software

WHY LDA

LDa offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience), excellent benefits, and a strong office culture. We believe that our people are our greatest asset and recognize the importance of providing opportunities for learning, community engagement and service, and—last but not least—fun. LDa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent design skills, with an ability to design for a range of client styles, preferences and aesthetics
• Strong skills in interior architecture / space planning
• Strong project management abilities
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign & Photoshop in particular) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in Revit and Studio Designer required
• Excellent organization and attention-to-detail
• Ability to clearly communicate design concepts to clients; strong presentation skills
• Flexibility in handling multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Strong client relationship and interpersonal skills
• Proposal writing experience preferred

EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION

• 5-8 years of interior design work experience
• Experience working with closely with architects and builders
• Knowledge of building codes and ADA requirements
• Residential design experience required
• Multi-family, commercial and/or institutional design strongly preferred
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in interior design, interior architecture, or a related field

ABOUT THE FIRM

Founded in 1992, LDa Architecture & Interiors (LDa) is an integrated architecture and interior design studio dedicated to making spaces that nurture and transform the human spirit. Their award-winning design solutions reflect a diverse range of project place and type, from residential to cultural and mission-driven organizations. LDa’s design work is defined by a process that embraces ideas, people, shared learning, service, sustainability, and the power of place and context. LDa is proud to be, as of 2024, an 100% employee-owned firm.