Interior Designer - Luxury Remodels
4 days ago
Austin
Job Description The Designery South Austin | Austin, TX 78748 Salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually, based on experience Total Earning Potential: $80,000–$120,000 annually, including performance bonuses Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site | Rotating Weekends Help Us Create Extraordinary Spaces The Designery South Austin is opening a stunning, approximately 5,000-square-foot luxury design showroom, and we're looking for a talented, creative, and detail-oriented Luxury Interior Designer to join our founding team. We specialize in creating beautiful kitchens, bathrooms, and living spaces through premium cabinetry, countertops, tile, flooring, hardware, and carefully curated interior finishes. We're looking for someone who can combine exceptional design taste with the technical expertise to bring sophisticated residential spaces to life. This is a design-first position, not a commission-driven sales role. You'll work alongside a dedicated sales team that manages lead generation, client acquisition, and sales, allowing you to focus on what you do best: designing extraordinary spaces. Why Join The Designery? • Design Without the Sales Pressure: Our sales consultants handle lead generation and closing, so you can focus on design and the client experience., • Beautiful New Showroom: Work in an inspiring luxury showroom featuring premium cabinetry, countertops, flooring, tile, and finishes., • Creative Freedom: Develop cohesive designs across kitchens, bathrooms, living spaces, and whole-home remodeling projects., • Dedicated Support: Collaborate with our sales, technical design, and procurement teams., • Competitive Compensation: Earn a strong base salary plus bonuses for design quality, efficiency, and team performance., • Career Advancement: Join our founding team with opportunities to grow into Senior Designer or Design Lead as we expand. What You'll Do Interior Design & Creative Development • Develop sophisticated, functional designs for luxury kitchens, bathrooms, and residential interiors., • Create cohesive material palettes, finish selections, and design concepts., • Guide clients through cabinetry, countertop, flooring, tile, hardware, and fixture selections., • Produce mood boards, presentation materials, renderings, and design documentation., • Translate client inspiration, budgets, and project requirements into thoughtful design solutions., • Collaborate with sales consultants during design presentations and client meetings. Technical Design & Documentation • Direct the creation of floor plans, cabinetry elevations, layouts, and detailed specifications., • Develop designs using 2020 Design, Chief Architect, AutoCAD, SketchUp, or comparable professional software., • Review measurements, appliance clearances, cabinet configurations, and installation requirements., • Prepare accurate cabinetry specifications and documentation for procurement., • Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to resolve technical questions., • Maintain organized project files, selections, revisions, and design documentation. Collaboration & Project Execution • Manage multiple active design projects while meeting deadlines., • Work closely with sales consultants, procurement professionals, and project teams., • Ensure designs align with client budgets, product availability, and project requirements., • Participate in client presentations, design reviews, and showroom consultations., • Maintain high standards for design quality, accuracy, and customer satisfaction., • Contribute ideas to improve our showroom displays, design processes, and customer experience. Who We're Looking For Required Qualifications • 3+ years of professional residential interior design, kitchen and bath design, or cabinetry design experience., • Strong portfolio demonstrating exceptional residential design work., • Proficiency in at least one professional design platform, such as 2020 Design, Chief Architect, AutoCAD, or SketchUp., • Excellent understanding of spatial planning, material coordination, color, proportion, and interior finishes., • Ability to produce and interpret technical drawings, elevations, and specifications., • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills., • Excellent communication and client presentation abilities., • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment., • Availability for rotating weekend showroom coverage. Preferred Qualifications • Experience designing luxury residential interiors or high-end remodeling projects., • Strong knowledge of semi-custom and custom cabinetry., • Experience with premium countertops, tile, flooring, plumbing fixtures, and hardware., • Familiarity with residential construction methods and installation requirements., • Experience producing photorealistic renderings and detailed design presentations., • Degree in Interior Design or a related field., • NKBA, AKBD, CKBD, or comparable industry certifications. We value exceptional design ability, technical competence, and professional experience over credentials alone. Compensation & Career Growth • Base Salary: $65,000–$75,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience., • Performance Bonuses: Additional compensation tied to design quality, accuracy, project turnaround, and team success., • Target Annual Compensation: $80,000–$120,000, including performance incentives., • Career Growth: Opportunities to advance into senior design and leadership roles as our company expands. Target earnings are not guaranteed. Bonus criteria will be discussed during the interview process. Who Will Thrive Here? You're someone who notices the details others miss. You understand that great interior design is about more than selecting beautiful finishes. It's about creating spaces that feel intentional, function effortlessly, and reflect the people who live in them. You have a strong creative vision, but you're equally comfortable working through measurements, cabinetry specifications, and the technical details that make a design successful. You enjoy collaborating with clients and other professionals, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a growing company where your creativity and expertise genuinely matter. If you're ready to help shape a new luxury design destination in South Austin, we'd love to meet you. How to Apply Please submit your resume and a portfolio showcasing your residential interior design work. We encourage you to include examples of completed projects, renderings, material selections, floor plans, or technical drawings. Join The Designery South Austin and help us create extraordinary spaces.