Interior Designer

About Freeform/BII

Business Interiors of Idaho, soon to be Freeform, is the largest locally owned, full-service commercial furniture dealership in the Inland Northwest. Based in Boise, with a location in Spokane, WA, we serve Eastern Washington, Idaho, and Western Montana. We partner with organizations ranging from commercial, government, education, healthcare, and hospitality to create modern spaces designed for the unique needs of today’s professional environment. Representing Haworth and dozens of other top-quality manufacturers, our vision for our clients is rooted in top-quality products, impeccable service, and 35 years of growth in the region. From designing furniture layouts to installing products to providing project management, we are committed to providing the best solution possible for our clients. Read more about our merger with Freeform on our blog.

Company Culture

At Freeform/BII, both culture and skill fit are essential in building a successful and happy team. We work in beautiful showrooms in the heart of downtown Boise and Spokane’s University District, with proximity to industry members, events, restaurants, and gyms. Our open floor plans and diverse break-out spaces encourage and support collaboration, while large windows provide ample daylight throughout each space. Each day brings a variety of opportunities and unique challenges, with last-minute client requests and stressful deadlines balanced out by impromptu happy hours and parking lot hangouts around a fire pit. We are a family-oriented business and support flexible work schedules because a healthy work-life balance is critical to building a close and lasting team of individuals who enjoy spending time together, at work or otherwise.

Basic Job Function 

Freeform/BII seeks an interior designer who will provide the following design services to dealership clients:

• Meet with clients to evaluate project needs and create a scope of work.
• Complete site visits as needed to confirm field measurements, plan-to-site adherence checks, and inventory verification.
• Determine product selections based on application requirements, budget, and aesthetic preferences.
• Prepare 2D space plans to confirm occupancies, orientations, and adjacencies within their space.
• Develop typicals, document standards, and select product finishes. 
• Create 3D renderings with the potential to include AR/VR capabilities.
• Produce accurate product specifications and installation drawings using relevant software and standard processes. 
• Work closely with account managers, operations team, and installation team to ensure order accuracy, meet client requirements, and provide excellent client experiences. 

Skills, Experience & Personality

• A Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design from an accredited university
• Two years of experience working for a contract furniture dealership preferred
• Proficiency in using CET Designer preferred
• Experience working at a full-service design firm desired, not required
• Experience using AutoCAD and/or Revit desired, not required
• Strong computer competency, with ability and curiosity to quickly learn new technology
• Detail oriented, organized, solid at managing your time and prioritizing tasks appropriately
• Proactive problem-solver committed to continuous improvement
• Enjoys collaborating within a tight-knit team with the ability for heads-down, autonomous work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, both internally and with clients
• Enjoys helping clients, presenting design concepts, and spending time with design-industry colleagues 
• COVID-19 vaccination required to fulfill client mandates and keep our employees and partners healthy and safe

Compensation & Perks

Competitive base salary, full medical benefits package, 401k (with profit sharing available after one year of employment), discretionary annual bonus, unlimited PTO, NCIDQ payback, company-provided parking.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Boise, ID 83702: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience working at a furniture dealership?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: One location