Interior Designer

About the role:

At ROOM we are reimagining the future of work as unprecedented challenges drive us towards a critical — yet hopeful — time of transformation. Our purpose, to create better work experiences through the power of thoughtful design and modular architecture. You will be joining Studio by ROOM, the world’s first flexible design studio focused on creating a better way of working. Join us as we deliver purpose-built work environments and reimagine what’s possible. We believe that culture, space, and workplace design all go hand-in-hand, and we're helping to chart the course for how companies build and adapt successful workspaces to the changing needs of the workforce.

This role will allow you yo combine creativity and technical knowledge to produce functionally beautiful spaces for our clients. With you as part of the design team, interiors have never been so engaging! You will be involved in the design and delivery of workplace strategy and interiors projects from end to end. 

We are looking for a passionate and innovative Interior Designer, with 5-8 years of workplace interior experience. If you are interested in creating workplace design solutions that align people, culture, processes, and technology with our client’s organizational goals for a successful and innovative outcome then this is the team to join.

As an Interior Designer in our New York office, you are passionate about your craft and combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. You have exceptional conceptual design skills, a background in architecture or design, and a portfolio of innovative design concepts.

About ROOM:

Here at ROOM, we know people are the most important asset in any organization, so we put them first. We design from the perspective of our community, putting ourselves in our customers' shoes to create the space needed to bring their ideas to life. We’ve set out to launch a fast, cost-effective alternative to complex construction with modular, purpose-built architecture that allows teams to shape and then reshape their work environment with ease. 

With offices around the world from New York to San Francisco, London to Berlin, Sydney and beyond, we’re seeking dynamic thinkers and doers to join us in making more room for everyone. ROOM is backed by top investors (Slow Ventures, Lerer Hippeau, and SJF Ventures) and is already building the workplace of tomorrow for over 4,500 customers ranging from budding startups to Fortune 500 companies. We’ve been recognized by Interior Design Magazine as a 2021 NYC x Design Awards Finalist, by Fast Company in its 2020 ‘Most Innovative’ Awards, and named one of the Best Inventions of 2018 by TIME Magazine.

What you’ll do:

• Work as part of a team on interior design projects that include programming client needs, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, space planning and construction documentation and project management.
• Perform interior design assignments that include programming client needs, conceptual design, 3d modeling/rendering, presentation packages, schematic design, design development, space planning and construction documentation.
• Design flexible workspaces.
• Provide programming and space planning analysis and area calculations.
• Work independently and alongside a team to meet project constraints of budget and schedule.
• Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, equipment (FF&E), color palettes, and lighting.
• Develop, prepare, and coordinate presentation materials.
• Work with external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators
• Foster and cultivate a culture of design of the office and strives to elevate design quality on projects.
• Work with design and technical directors, senior designers and architects, as well as external consultants, product representatives, furniture dealers, and fabricators.
• Assist in managing client expectations, team communication and consultant coordination
• Manage all phases of corporate interiors projects, including project set-up, design, construction administration, delivery and implementation. 

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture
• 5 years of interior design experience of varying types of commercial projects and workplace projects.
• Proficient in Revit, SketchUp, 3D Studio Max and other modeling software programs
• Experience working with the Adobe Creative Suite applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, color selections, and specifications
• Graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong graphic communication skills, including advanced hand sketching/creative ideation
• Problem solving skills, attention to detail, and motivation to learn
• Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
• NCIDQ/CID required
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required.

How we make room for you:

• Health & wellness: Flexible medical, vision, and dental insurance to take care of you and your family
• Unlimited PTO: Flexible vacation policy to allow you to unplug and recharge whenever you need it
• 401K: ROOM’s 401K savings program allows you to save for the future with pretax dollars
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks of 100% paid leave for all eligible employees 
• Commuter benefits: Pre-tax savings that make a difference in your budget and your morning commute
• Team events: Socially distanced team outings, dinners, and happy hours that inspire new conversations and lead to meaningful relationships
• Equity: Company stocks to honor your hard work and dedication 

How we make room for everyone:

Our belief is simple: What makes you different is what allows us to be different. We value diversity in terms of race, gender, sexual orientation, and religious background, and also in the way you think and approach challenges. We’re committed to creating a work environment where you can be yourself and trust that your voice will be heard. Diversity is something we practice every day and taking care of our team is always our top priority.

We have always believed that the office is the heart of an organization, and that our workplaces should serve to fuel innovation, productivity, and cultural bonds. That being the case, we encourage team members located in our hub locations to join us in the office a few times a week. We enjoy being in the same room with colleagues as we believe it makes us collectively stronger in our jobs, and we are looking to hire people who are inclined to feel the same way.

Join our team!

We’re a team of designers, engineers, and creative thinkers who came together to design the future of work. As a company, we believe that people are the most important asset of every organization. When you put people first, everything falls into place. Join us if you’re interested in creating solutions that improve life at work and looking for a culture of growth, freedom, and accountability.

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