London, UK
Interior architect
at Candy London
Candy London (formerly Candy & Candy) is seeking a mid-weight interior architect to join its team in London.
Candy London is the world’s pre-eminent interior designer and development manager, recognised globally for setting unparalleled new standards in luxury property design and development. Operating at the highest level of luxury, the brand is synonymous with exceptional design and intricate attention to detail, creating trophy homes and managing outstanding development projects across the world.
We work across a range of projects but always with the same commitment to good design, quality craftsmanship and an unprecedented level of luxury.
We are looking for a mid-weight interior architect with five years’ experience in luxury residential or hospitality design. The ideal candidate will be extremely organised, passionate about design with a keen eye for detail.
Responsibilities:
- work creatively across all areas from conceptual design through to technical detailing and approval of supplier shop drawings
- develop and produce detailed interior architectural drawings such as floor plans and elevations, detailed tender packs for joinery, marble, bespoke lighting and furniture
- produce design development packages including drawings, schedules, and specifications
- liaise with our on-site team and contractors to ensure efficient flow of technical design information to site
- review and sign off workshop drawings with the overview of the lead designer
- coordinate and issue design information to the wider design team including architects, engineers, and suppliers
- actively seeking and sharing inspiration and references from a wide range of sources outside of the business, to support creative design solutions
- attend site to review construction details, and oversee the installation of our designs on both private client and development projects
- create detailed snag lists and manage the follow-up process
Required skills:
- excellent design skills and ability to convey design ideas
- a meticulous eye for detail and a good understanding of the technical side of interior design
- excellent communication skills both verbal and written with a confident manner, client-facing experience is preferred
- strong team player and ability to perform many tasks across the design process from concept development, through to design management and detailing
- great project management skills – the ability to manage multiple tasks across various projects
- software skills: Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, Sketchup
- experience of the following would also be an advantage: 3DS Max, Vray, Corona
Required experience:
- a minimum of five years’ experience in the role of an interior designer or interior architect, with extensive creative competence working on luxury high-end residential, marine or hospitality schemes
Please send CV and portfolio of work via the ‘apply’ link below.