Published: Oct 01, 2025 - The Interior Architect ensures projects are delivered within budget and schedule while meeting both client expectations and firm standards. This role manages design proposals, client communications, budgets, material specifications, and the coordination of furniture, fixtures, and equipment. The architect also leads junior designers, supports marketing efforts, and fosters a collaborative team environment to achieve design excellence and client satisfaction.

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1. Interior Architect, Haven Design Studio, Austin, TX
Job Summary:
- Assist in multiple aspects of client, project, and general contractor coordination including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape and civil consultants
- Manage client relationships and internal design teams
- Oversee technical aspects of projects to be sure they are in concert with project scope, design, budget, client goals, consultant coordination and core requirements
- Resolve complex technical and design issues
- Maintain the project manual and specifications
- Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews
- Process submittals, RFIs, substitution requests, etc., during construction
- Interface with local building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of projects
- Prepare and ensure accuracy of technical documents
- Participate in and lead team discussions on technical and other project-related issues
- Provide mentorship and lead technical educational programs for the office
- Enhance design through strong technical support
Skills on Resume:
- Client Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Team Management (Soft Skills)
- Technical Oversight (Hard Skills)
- Issue Resolution (Soft Skills)
- Documentation Accuracy (Hard Skills)
- Site Observation (Hard Skills)
- Construction Administration (Hard Skills)
- Mentorship Ability (Soft Skills)
2. Interior Architect, Meridian Architecture Group, Charlotte, NC
Job Summary:
- Develop architectural design and construction drawings for commercial facilities and stores
- Expert in interior design for premium villas, residential apartments, clubhouses, commercial offices, hospitality, service apartments, co-livings with relevant experience, and with an eye for detail
- Interior Design and Coordination with External consultants, Contractors, Vendors, site execution team, etc.
- Review interior design proposals sent by the Architects
- Review and evaluate the interior design as per the set parameters of design, functionality, aesthetics, experience, cost, construction, etc.
- Preparing and evaluating the BOQ for interior works
- Select materials, design, and presentations
- Tendering, negotiation, and Finalization of Interior Contracts
- Work with Design leads to forecast and organize project design development and production delivery
- Produce 3D drawings, production drawings, and graphic presentations to facilitate client understanding of project design and consultant coordination
- Identify and address design-related issues as well as follow protocol and procedures to reach the best resolution
- Coordinate with consultants, team members and the client
- Work on projects with Client/Owner/Contractor relationships, budget, schedule, code and jurisdictional requirements
Skills on Resume:
- Architectural Drawings (Hard Skills)
- Interior Design (Hard Skills)
- Design Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Proposal Review (Hard Skills)
- Material Selection (Hard Skills)
- Contract Negotiation (Soft Skills)
- 3D Visualization (Hard Skills)
- Client Relations (Soft Skills)
3. Interior Architect, Atelier Urban Works, Denver, CO
Job Summary:
- Responsible for assisting the Sales with the creation of CAD work, design, and the preparation of costs
- Responsible for providing Interior Design expertise, either directly to the client or in assistance to the Sales designer
- Enter plans onto CAD, e.g., Compusoft Winner and AutoCAD, happy to consider other software
- Finalise and print estimates, plans, elevations, and costings for customer presentation
- Create mood boards as relevant to support kitchen designs or Interior schemes
- Take responsibility for the deadlines and the result of the design and implementation
- Assist in the preparation of walk-throughs and 3D visuals
- Assistance in guiding the overall interior design as an integrated part of a project team
- Assistance with project visioning and programming efforts with clients
- Apply knowledge gathered during programming into design solutions through all phases of design
- Product and material research, selection, and detailing
- Cultivation of client relationships
- Document and present interior design to clients
- Coordination of interior elements and FF&E with MEPT systems
- Create attractive designs and layouts for various projects
Skills on Resume:
- CAD Design (Hard Skills)
- Interior Expertise (Hard Skills)
- Cost Estimation (Hard Skills)
- 3D Visualization (Hard Skills)
- Mood Boards (Hard Skills)
- Client Relations (Soft Skills)
- Material Research (Hard Skills)
- Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
4. Interior Architect, Oakline Design Collective, Nashville, TN
Job Summary:
- Work side by side with the owners, architects, and site development team to manage the design and execution of a broad range of interior projects, including hotel, restaurant, wine bar, event center, wellness areas, wine education center, offices, and winery
- Develop with the team and publish creative briefs and requirements for each project area
- Integrate classic orders of architecture with modern decoration to create chic, comfortable spaces with purpose
- Draw 2D and 3D models of spaces in iterations with the owners and designers
- Organize the interior architecture, design, and decoration projects, tasks, timelines, and budgets including integration with the master site plans
- Prepare and manage tender documents and the tender process with multiple international vendors
- Research, engage and negotiate with craftspeople, vendors, and suppliers
- Prepare, develop, edit and maintain documentation under the guidance of the project leader
- Seek to understand the project design strategy and ensure design intent is maintained throughout the project lifecycle
- Assist in the coordination of documentation with internal and external consultants
- Communicate clearly and collaborate with the project team, identifying project challenges and opportunities including detailing and documenting solutions
- Develop representations of design options for further discussion by the design team
- Generate full interior documentation sets
- Assisting the project team in presentation preparation and delivery
Skills on Resume:
- Project Management (Soft Skills)
- Creative Briefs (Hard Skills)
- 2D/3D Modeling (Hard Skills)
- Budget Planning (Hard Skills)
- Tender Process (Hard Skills)
- Vendor Negotiation (Soft Skills)
- Design Documentation (Hard Skills)
- Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
5. Interior Architect, Brick & Beam Design, Richmond, VA
Job Summary:
- Ensuring that all design concepts fit a project’s functional and architectural requirements
- Following projects from concept to execution ensures the result is as per the concept and brief
- Providing, enabling, supervising and checking requested design drawings and material specs
- Carry out a thorough site analysis, demonstrating an understanding of space
- Communicate effectively with Project Managers/contractors/suppliers
- Prepare, develop and edit drawings and other project documents for use in presentations, planning, tendering and construction
- Ensure project files are maintained to the standard
- Proactively report to the assigned project lead(s) on the progress of projects and project risks
- Presenting and/or sourcing suitable design ideas, products and suppliers
- Work with the showroom designers in devising seasonal concepts, subsequently designing within budget and towards set deadlines
- Work together with all designers in sourcing sustainable materials and processes, in alignment with Climate Cool targets
Skills on Resume:
- Design Concepts (Hard Skills)
- Site Analysis (Hard Skills)
- Material Specification (Hard Skills)
- Drawing Preparation (Hard Skills)
- Project Reporting (Soft Skills)
- Supplier Communication (Soft Skills)
- Budget Management (Hard Skills)
- Sustainable Sourcing (Hard Skills)
6. Interior Architect, Indigo Architecture & Interiors, Tucson, AZ
Job Summary:
- Responsible for producing architectural working drawings, including all details for architectural interior projects
- Maintain and organize project files, schedules and specifications
- Attend site walks and assist in construction administration, including RFI’s and submittals
- Site survey/measures of existing conditions for production of as-built drawings
- Facilitate working on multiple projects simultaneously
- Ensure that all drawings and documents meet TRIO and industry standards for clients
- Assist with modeling and graphic presentations
- Attend internal and external meetings to review and assess project scheduling, site assessment
- Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results
Skills on Resume:
- Working Drawings (Hard Skills)
- File Management (Hard Skills)
- Construction Admin (Hard Skills)
- Site Survey (Hard Skills)
- Multitasking Ability (Soft Skills)
- Standards Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Graphic Presentation (Hard Skills)
- Team Contribution (Soft Skills)
7. Interior Architect, Willow Studio Design, Madison, WI
Job Summary:
- Reporting to the production manager about projects, processes and procedures
- Support for operations and logistical services
- Support of procurement processes
- Support for office maintenance and asset management
- Support for knowledge building and knowledge sharing
- Tracking operational costs toward maintaining profit margins
- Promoting efficiency by implementing improved operational procedures
- Analyzing and maintaining operational data, and monitoring product inventories
- Monitoring adherence to policies and processes throughout the company
Skills on Resume:
- Project Reporting (Soft Skills)
- Operations Support (Hard Skills)
- Procurement Support (Hard Skills)
- Asset Management (Hard Skills)
- Knowledge Sharing (Soft Skills)
- Cost Tracking (Hard Skills)
- Process Improvement (Soft Skills)
- Data Analysis (Hard Skills)
8. Interior Architect, Terraforma Interiors, Boise, ID
Job Summary:
- Draft complex layouts and interiors for multi-family, restaurant, hotel and residential projects
- Create drawings and models from written and verbal specifications obtained from the Designer/Architect
- Complete construction documents in CAD format using industry, departmental and discipline standards
- Handle complex designing and drafting assignments
- Learn and apply the company’s drawing standards
- Complete detailed cut-throughs of sections and show detail for construction
- Work closely with Designers/Architects to ensure the coordination of design efforts is maintained
- Coordinate with other consultants including MEP
- Complete project responsibilities within scope, budget, and schedule
- Review drawings for completeness and accuracy
- Update and maintain drafting log
- Make corrections to the drawings
- Provide timely technical assistance and solutions to the team
- Examine and check shop drawings for compliance with cited specifications
- Participate in project meetings and conference calls
- Prepare documents for customer submittal
Skills on Resume:
- Layout Drafting (Hard Skills)
- CAD Documentation (Hard Skills)
- Detail Drawings (Hard Skills)
- Design Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Consultant Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Technical Solutions (Hard Skills)
- Drawing Review (Hard Skills)
- Project Compliance (Hard Skills)
9. Interior Architect, Harborline Architecture, Charleston, SC
Job Summary:
- Prepare interior concept design proposals
- Develop a design from the original brief through to completion
- Producing mood presentations using images/sketches/samples, etc, to best communicate ideas and suggestions
- Lead the Project from Concept/Planning, through Construction to completion under the guidance of their Director
- Develop the design proposals using CAD and SketchUp in both 2D/3D
- Prepare / Assist with producing technical drawings, including plans, sections, elevations and details related to the interior architecture (e.g., joinery details, bathroom details)
- Produce drawings, schedules and specifications related to the FF&E
- Coordinate and communicate well, particularly when dealing with other consultants and suppliers
- Attend client meetings in a confident and professional manner
- Attend site visits and be comfortable with all stages of the construction process
- Attend factory visits and supplier meetings
- Assist the Project Architect/Leader with reviewing shop drawings and contractor submittals
Skills on Resume:
- Concept Design (Hard Skills)
- Mood Presentation (Hard Skills)
- Project Leadership (Soft Skills)
- CAD SketchUp (Hard Skills)
- Technical Drawings (Hard Skills)
- FF&E Specification (Hard Skills)
- Supplier Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Client Communication (Soft Skills)
10. Interior Architect, Elevare Design Group, Salt Lake City, UT
Job Summary:
- Adhere to both the firm’s and the clients’ guidelines and understand how to project and meet deadlines within budget for each project
- Serve as the primary client liaison to bring the schedule, budgets, and scope of work to completion and to the client’s satisfaction
- Actively participate at the appropriate level in developing and administering proposals
- Manage/participate in client budgets, schedules, and programs
- Actively participate in marketing efforts and presentations
- Assist in the development of the firm’s design standards
- Maintain state registration and professional affiliations
- Promote a collaborative team atmosphere
- Contribute to the overall quality and success of the project and firm
- Supervise Jr. designers/architects and interview, hire, train, conduct appraisal performance, reward and discipline, and aid in problem-solving
- Oversee production of presentation boards and vignettes of concepts and design
- Manage corporate image program projects and enforce image program design standards
- Manage material standards, including costs per square foot and appropriate application of materials including durability and sustainability characteristics
- Provide management and spec writing of furniture, fixtures, and equipment, including specifying budgeting and scheduling of FFE
Skills on Resume:
- Project Management (Hard Skills)
- Client Liaison (Soft Skills)
- Proposal Development (Hard Skills)
- Marketing Support (Soft Skills)
- Team Leadership (Soft Skills)
- Design Standards (Hard Skills)
- Material Management (Hard Skills)
- FFE Specification (Hard Skills)
11. Interior Architect, Lumen Interiors, Des Moines, IA
Job Summary:
- Produce technical drawings, plans, elevations and project deliverables
- Present interior architecture proposals to clients and team members
- Oversee the technical aspects of projects
- On-site visits and inspections
- Work alongside the Design director to translate a client’s brief and develop concepts
- Space planning and producing detailed drawing tender packages for lighting, joinery, kitchens and bathrooms under the direction of the design director
- Putting together schedules and specifications of free issue items in relation to the interior architecture
- Conduct surveys and ensure that design details are being carried out correctly
- Assisting with the project programme during the initial architectural stages of a project and managing deliveries and installations of interior architectural elements
- Create and update drawings for retail storage, tenant finishes and office spaces
- Design interior and architectural spaces including the above
- Use AutoCAD, Revit or SketchUp to complete drawings and site layouts
- Complete site surveys including taking pictures of the site
- Complete planning and permitting for certain projects
Skills on Resume:
- Technical Drawings (Hard Skills)
- Client Presentation (Soft Skills)
- Project Oversight (Hard Skills)
- Site Inspection (Hard Skills)
- Space Planning (Hard Skills)
- Specification Writing (Hard Skills)
- Survey Execution (Hard Skills)
- Software Proficiency (Hard Skills)
12. Interior Architect, Riverbend Studio, Burlington, VT
Job Summary:
- Designing floor plans, spatial layouts, and furniture plans
- Creating Visuals, Lighting and Electrical plans
- Assisting with designing furniture and joinery
- Drawing up Interior details and drawing packages
- Assisting with schedules of work and specifications
- Creating visuals in the form of mood and finish boards
- Developing initial proposals to include existing and proposed layouts
- Being involved in building strong relationships with their clients throughout the creative process
- Visiting the site to ensure projects are in keeping with design and development
Skills on Resume:
- Floor Planning (Hard Skills)
- Lighting Plans (Hard Skills)
- Furniture Design (Hard Skills)
- Detail Drawings (Hard Skills)
- Work Schedules (Hard Skills)
- Mood Boards (Hard Skills)
- Client Relations (Soft Skills)
- Site Visits (Hard Skills)
13. Interior Architect, Horizon Architecture & Design, Kansas City, MO
Job Summary:
- Interpreting and modelling designs
- Documentation and town planning through to construction
- Interpret plans, regulations and codes of practice
- Prepare preliminary sketches
- Attendance at client and council site meetings
- Coordination with project consultations
- Ensuring projects meet schedule and budget targets
- Work with clients and team members from conceptual design through construction administration
- Create design and construction documents from project conception through construction administration
- Work with team members, coordinate documents, participate in construction administration and work through code and technical issues
- Research, interpret, and apply building code standards in a variety of municipalities
- Work with city officials and review boards to communicate the vision for projects
- Partner with external engineers and collaborate with small, internal project teams
Skills on Resume:
- Design Modeling (Hard Skills)
- Construction Docs (Hard Skills)
- Code Compliance (Hard Skills)
- Preliminary Sketching (Hard Skills)
- Client Meetings (Soft Skills)
- Project Coordination (Soft Skills)
- Budget Management (Hard Skills)
- Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
14. Interior Architect, Redwood Design Works, Sacramento, CA
Job Summary:
- Participate in design presentations to clients
- Effectively communicate vision, programming, and design
- Understanding of the complex client relationship of this type of work (developer/operator), as well as the economic and operational issues unique to this sector
- Actively participate in design discourse and critiques with the team
- Work across the architecture and interiors departments to support a team structure that best supports this type of work
- Assist with marketing efforts in this sector
- Assist with the development of an internal quality control strategy for this sector
- Identify programs and necessary training to bolster interior skills
- Work as an interior designer in a global team, owning all interior design-related components of furnishing new apartments
- Work closely with the Interior Design and Operations Teams, leading the apartments' layout planning
- Own the quality control process and ensure interior designs meet Blueground standards
- Support the creation of Blueground apartments and communicate visual design concepts
- Regularly check properties to ensure that the layout of the furniture matches the design guidelines
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve design operations
Skills on Resume:
- Design Presentation (Soft Skills)
- Client Communication (Soft Skills)
- Team Collaboration (Soft Skills)
- Marketing Support (Soft Skills)
- Quality Control (Hard Skills)
- Training Development (Soft Skills)
- Layout Planning (Hard Skills)
- Cross-Functional Work (Soft Skills)