Paris, France
Junior furniture designer
at Laplace
Laplace is looking for a junior furniture designer to join its team in Paris.
Laplace is urgently looking for a motivated, talented and ambitious furniture designer with a minimum of three years’ of professional experience to work in its Paris office on high-end interior residential projects.
Candidates will assist our senior furniture designers in the execution of client projects and internal developments, production follow-up, and R&D. They will handle simple client projects while gaining exposure to high-end furniture
Key responsibilities:
- work in synergy with the architecture and FF&E teams to ensure design coherence
- maintain development & production schedule per project up to date
- produce 2D drawings and 3D models for bespoke pieces
- create renderings (white background and in-situ)
- archive 3D models in the studio’s design database
- monitor production processes: review shop drawings, prototypes, and material samples
- collect and analyse quotes
- ensure quality control through photo or workshop visits.
- assist the architecture and FF&E project teams
- uphold proposals that align with ergonomic principles and manufacturability feasibility
- maintain a keen awareness of the agency’s expectations and priorities
- adhere to production schedules to ensure timely project delivery.
- contribute to the design of the furniture line
- ensure aesthetic and technical consistency across all designs is achieved
- assist the senior creative lead in research on artisans, materials, and innovative processes
- create moodboards and reference library updates
- contribute to the development of innovative concepts
Profile:
- demonstrated ability to manage workload with a degree of autonomy and to meet deadlines
- proactive approach and creative relevance in design development
- strong team collaboration skills
- meticulous attention to detail
- high level of motivation and energy
- passion for architecture and art
- curiosity and openness to exploration
Software proficiency:
- expertise in Rhinocéros software for both 3D and 2D design
- experience with Enscape for rendering purposes
- proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Suite
- knowledge of project management tools and Pack Office
- knowledge of SketchUp is advantageous
- basic knowledge of AutoCADis appreciated
Employment requirements:
- EU passport
- lives in Paris or able to relocate at short notice
- fluent in English and French, Spanish would be a plus
- ready to start asap
Salary: Undisclosed