Join our team!

Our focus is designing unique, meaningful spaces that reflect our clients. We work on a variety of projects around the Bay Area including remodels and new construction. Our team approaches every project as a partnership and we enjoy getting to know our clients so that we can better understand their needs and the needs of their space. We stand apart from many other firms in our desire to create a space that reflects each client's personal style.

Ideal candidates can balance multiple project commitments and deadlines. They thrive in an environment where their responsibilities may vary day to day. They are also comfortable working both independently and within teams and are a confident collaborator both within the office and with our external partners, clients and consultants.

Senior Interior Designer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Provide direction to and mentor team members

  • Provide support to Principal Designer on design projects

  • Independently manage designated design projects from programming through project completion

  • Produce or supervise the production of schematic, floor plan, elevation, interior architectural details in collaboration with team

  • Prepare project budgets and schedules with all project information for all furniture, plumbing appliances, lighting and finishes

  • Evaluate and make recommendations regarding scope, feasibility, staffing, scheduling and budget requirements of each project

  • Prepare construction documents for contractor bidding

  • Source furnishings, fixtures and finishes for projects

  • Oversee installs and visit job sites as needed

  • Attend client meetings and manage client communications

  • Coordinate with architects, contractors & various vendors to define and maintain optimal project schedule

  • Represent the company at trade and design events

  • Maintain and keep current, organized records for all design projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree in Interior Design/Architecture or equivalent experience (non-negotiable)

  • Minimum of 7 years of residential interior design experience (non-negotiable)

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (non-negotiable)

  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Google Sheets and/or MS Excel

  • Strong attention to detail (non-negotiable) – can’t emphasize enough how important this is

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive correspondence

  • Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced work environment

  • Problem solving skills are a must

  • Experience preparing construction documents with advanced knowledge of detailing for interior construction

  • Knowledge of CA building codes and permitting

  • Ability to effectively create presentations and communicate concepts to clients and associates

  • Car and valid driver's license for sourcing and site visits

BONUS IF YOU HAVE:

  • Administrative experience

  • Google suite experience

  • Purchasing experience

  • 3D rendering skills (CAD, Sketchup or other)

COMPENSATION:

• Competitive salary – dependent on experience

• Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave

• Mileage reimbursement for site and vendor visits

• Health insurance reimbursement

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Weekly team lunch

Design Assistant or Junior Interior Designer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Provide support to team on design projects

  • Produce schematic, floor plan, elevation, interior architectural details in collaboration with team

  • Prepare project budgets and schedules with all project information for all furniture, plumbing appliances, lighting and finishes

  • Prepare construction documents for contractor bidding

  • Source furnishings, fixtures and finishes for projects

  • Attend client meetings and correspond with clients as needed

  • Coordinate with architects, contractors & various vendors to define and maintain optimal project schedule

  • Represent the company at trade and design events

  • Maintain and keep current, organized records for all design projects

  • Maintain resource and sample libraries

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Degree in Interior Design/Architecture or equivalent experience (non-negotiable)

  • Minimum of 3-5 years of residential interior design experience (non-negotiable)

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD (non-negotiable)

  • Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and Excel and/or Google Sheets

  • Strong attention to detail (non-negotiable) – can’t emphasize enough how important this is

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to handle sensitive correspondence

  • Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced work environment

  • Problem solving skills are a must

  • Experience preparing construction documents

  • Knowledge of CA building codes

  • Ability to effectively create presentations and communicate concepts to associates

  • Car and valid driver's license for sourcing and site visits

BONUS IF YOU HAVE:

  • Administrative experience

  • Google suite experience

  • Purchasing experience

  • 3D rendering skills (CAD, Sketchup or other)

COMPENSATION:

  • Competitive salary – dependent on experience

  • Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave

  • Mileage reimbursement for site and vendor visits

  • Health insurance reimbursement

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Weekly team lunch

Design Intern

We love mentoring designers who are just starting out in their careers! We are looking for a design intern who is excited to be working in the world of residential interior design. Ideal candidate has a great attitude, is incredibly organized and excited to learn. In addition to managing our sample library, you may be assisting with sourcing and working in AutoCAD. Bonus if you enjoy taking photos and can support our efforts in creating content for social media. Intern positions are paid dependent on experience.

How to Apply

Please send an email cover letter, PDF of resume, and portfolio to info@loveandinteriors.com. Please share the reason why this position interests you. Do you have a design-oriented Pinterest or Instagram? If so, please share; it's helpful to get an idea of what your personal style is like.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for a phone interview before a formal in-person interview.

Studio

Love & Interiors “open for business” hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday through Friday. Our team is working out of the office, with the flexibility to work from home on Fridays. Additional WFH days are negotiable depending on the daily schedule (i.e. whether or not we have client meetings).