Devon, UK
Architectural designer
at Out of the Valley
Out of the Valley is seeking an architectural designer to join its team in Devon, UK.
About the company
Out of the Valley is a design-led studio and manufacturing workshop that creates wooden buildings, cabins, furniture and interiors. We work extensively with the beauty and durability of wood, uniting modern construction methods with a deep respect for traditional craftsmanship.
We are looking for a candidate with exceptional concept design and technical skills with a strong knowledge of construction processes, particularly focused around timber fabrication methods in small to medium projects. We have a design office and timber workshop on site where we fabricate everything from furniture to cabins, saunas and small homes. It is crucial that the candidate is highly motivated and brings strong design ideas to the firm and is keen to be involved in a very hands-on approach to design and construction.
Requirements
- at least two years experience in a professional small practice post architecture qualification
- proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and SketchUp
- excellent drawing and illustration skills, both hand, digital and physical model making
- knowledge in UK building regulations and planning policy
Duties/skills/knowledge:
- to work on concept presentations, planning applications and technical drawings
- good understanding of construction techniques and detailing
- excellent communication skills, both written, verbal and visual
- very good understanding of using timber in construction
- experience in preparing detailed working drawings, technical detailing, designs, plans, schemes and drawing packages
- work with an attention to detail and have a keen interest in new and emerging green materials and processes to adopt into the practice
- able to be responsible for managing varied projects personally as well as part of a small team
Start date: September 2021
Salary: dependant on experience
Summary
This role will keep you busy and every day will be different. It requires a positive and enthusiastic individual who is comfortable playing a key role in this design and maker workshop. We regret that we may not be able to respond to every application.