Senior Residential Designer/Technical Designer

Kristin Burke Interiors; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible Fridays

Paid time off

Job summary

Kristin Burke Interiors is a full-service residential interior design firm based in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin. We are seeking a Senior Residential Designer / Technical Designer to translate design concepts into detailed drawings and documentation, collaborating with designers, clients, architects, builders and trades.

The role focuses on design development, technical documentation, and project collaboration for high-end residential projects in the Milwaukee area.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of residential interior design experience.
• Strong proficiency in CAD and Chief Architect.
• Ability to independently produce high-quality residential drawings.
• Strong understanding of construction and how homes are actually built.
• Experience with kitchens, bathrooms, cabinetry and millwork.
• Excellent spatial reasoning and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop residential floor plans and space plans.
• Create detailed kitchen, bath, millwork and cabinetry layouts.
• Produce interior elevations and detailed construction drawings.
• Develop finish plans, tile layouts and related documentation.
• Prepare drawings for builder and trade coordination.
• Review architectural and structural drawings.
• Identify design and construction issues before they become problems.
• Assist with field measurements and site verification.
• Maintain organized, accurate project documentation.

Skills

CAD

Chief Architect

Job description

KBI — Senior Residential Designer / Technical Designer

The Opportunity

Kristin Burke Interiors is a full-service residential interior design firm based in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin. We specialize in elevated, timeless homes that feel collected, personal, and intentional.

Our work spans high-end renovations, new construction, furnishings, and full-service design. We believe the best homes are created through thoughtful planning, beautiful materials, exceptional craftsmanship, and attention to the details that make a space feel special.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Residential Designer / Technical Designer to join our growing team.

This person will play a critical role in translating design concepts into thoughtful, highly detailed drawings and documentation while collaborating closely with our design team, clients, architects, builders, and trades.

Role

Design + Technical Documentation

• Develop residential floor plans and space plans
• Create detailed kitchen, bath, millwork and cabinetry layouts
• Produce interior elevations and detailed construction drawings
• Develop finish plans, tile layouts and related documentation
• Prepare drawings for builder and trade coordination
• Review architectural and structural drawings
• Identify design and construction issues before they become problems
• Assist with field measurements and site verification
• Maintain organized, accurate project documentation

Design Development

• Translate the firm's design direction into thoughtful, buildable documentation
• Space planning/furniture layouts
• Assist in finish selections and material development
• Assist with sourcing and specification of fixtures, hardware, plumbing, lighting and other materials
• Create client presentation materials and design boards
• Contribute creative ideas while maintaining the overall KBI aesthetic

Project Collaboration

• Collaborate with the Principal Designer and project team
• Communicate with architects, builders, contractors and vendors
• Participate in project meetings and site visits
• Help coordinate design decisions throughout construction
• Assist with maintaining project schedules and deadlines
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and trade partners
  

What We're Looking For

Required:

• 3+ years of residential interior design experience
• Strong proficiency in CAD and Chief Architect
• Ability to independently produce high-quality residential drawings
• Strong understanding of construction and how homes are actually built
• Experience with kitchens, bathrooms, cabinetry and millwork
• Excellent spatial reasoning and attention to detail
• Ability to read architectural drawings
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Strongly Preferred:

• Experience with luxury residential design
• New construction and/or large-scale renovation experience
• Experience working directly with builders and architects
• Experience producing comprehensive construction drawing sets
• Knowledge of cabinetry, millwork, tile and architectural detailing
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva and/or similar presentation software
  

The Right Person

We're looking for someone who is both technical and creative .

You want to work in a fun, collaborative environment and will mesh well with our wonderful team!

You should be able to look at an existing floor plan and immediately start seeing opportunities.

You care about proportion, symmetry, scale, function and the details that make a home feel elevated.

You are organized, accountable and comfortable taking ownership of your work.

Most importantly, you understand that beautiful design isn't enough. It has to work. It has to be buildable. And it has to be executed exceptionally well.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-end residential projects
• Collaborative, creative studio environment
• Exposure to the complete design process from concept through installation
• Work alongside experienced designers, builders, architects and trade partners
• Access to KBI's Whitefish Bay design showroom and extensive material library
• Opportunity for professional growth within a growing design firm
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Flexible Fridays
• Paid time off and company benefits, as applicable

Location: Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin (position is not open to remote applicants)

Position: Full-time or close to full-time

Experience: 3+ years preferred