Interior Designer (Houston)
Michael Hsu Office of Architecture · Houston, TX · 3 mo ago
Art & Creative$126k/yrFull-time
About the Position
We are seeking an experienced Interior Designer to join our Houston office. This role is ideal for a designer who is ready to take ownership of meaningful portions of a project while continuing to grow their technical, design, and project leadership skills. Working alongside experienced project leaders and design teams, this individual will contribute to projects across a variety of scales and typologies, helping translate design concepts into thoughtful, well-executed spaces and experiences.
Responsibilities Include
- Contributing to the design and delivery of projects across a variety of scales, typologies, and phases of design
- Developing interior design concepts and translating them into coordinated drawings, details, renderings, presentations, and construction documents
- Creating mood boards, finish palettes, material studies, and presentation materials that communicate design intent clearly and effectively
- Assisting with the selection, specification, and coordination of finishes, fixtures, furnishings, artwork, and accessories
- Contributing to the design and coordination of custom furniture, millwork, lighting, and other bespoke interior elements
- Cooking with consultants, vendors, and internal team members to maintain project alignment and documentation quality
- Supporting construction administration efforts, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and assisting with field observations
- Taking ownership of assigned portions of a project while proactively communicating progress, questions, and potential coordination issues
- Participating on multiple concurrent projects in various capacities
Job Requirements
- 3+ years of professional interior design experience, including design and construction document production for commercial, hospitality, residential, or mixed-use projects
- Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture from a CIDA-accredited university
- Ability to commute to our Houston, TX office a minimum of three days per week
- Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and AutoCAD
- Working knowledge of interior design practice, including design documentation, detailing, building materials, building systems, applicable building codes, and construction technologies
- Strong understanding of finishes, fixtures, furnishings, lighting, artwork, and decorative elements
- Demonstrated design ability and a strong portfolio of academic and professional work
- Strong technical skills, creative problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and contribute effectively across multiple projects simultaneously
- Positive attitude, intellectual curiosity, and willingness to collaborate within a team environment