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Aman Interiors is recruiting a furniture designer/developer to join its team in London, UK.

Aman Interiors 

Drawing its name from the Sanskrit-derived word for peace, Aman has enjoyed an organic evolution for over three decades to become one of the world’s most intuitive and pioneering resort, hotel and residence brands. Responding to those seeking the peace, seclusion and appreciation of beauty that are intrinsic parts of the Aman lifestyle, the brand’s journey has been inspired by a singular, authentic and original intent: to provide a level of service and a home-away-from-home experience that is peerless in every way.

With the launch of a dedicated design studio, Aman Interiors is set to both preserve and evolve its unique brand language. By crafting environments and furniture that live as well as they look, the studio builds on the global brand’s rich DNA, style and heritage. Committed to upholding its aesthetic integrity and spirit, Aman Interiors is establishing itself in the world of high-end interiors and furniture design.

Overview

Aman Interiors is seeking an ambitious and talented furniture designer/developer to join its team in London. Reporting to the head of product design, this role focuses on the design and development of furniture from concept to final production ensuring each product reflects Aman’s commitment to quality and sophistication. The designer will bring concepts to life with an emphasis on detailed design and production. Candidates should demonstrate competent knowledge of and a natural passion for design coupled with a strong drive to succeed and a desire to create beautiful timeless furniture designs.

The successful candidate will be comfortable balancing creative strategy with execution ensuring designs align with Aman’s brand ethos and aesthetic standards.

Responsibilities: 

Design:

• concept: deliver mood boards, sketches, 3Ds and materials of designs based on a brief to effectively propose and communicate with the team
• detailed: developing furniture concepts into detailed designs for review in 3D, critically analysing design details with a sensitivity to form and proportion
• interiors: design and test furniture concepts in 3D environments, with sensitivity to the interaction and cohesion of elements

Product development:

• developing furniture in Solidworks, creating robust, detailed models and producing production-ready technical drawings
• producing specification sheets including material selection, renders and technical drawings
• liaising with external manufacturers and technical drawings approval management
• review, select and manage materials
• collaborating with the product team and manufacturers to address technical issues and overcome challenges related to manufacturing feasibility

Organisation:

• management of material library
• design documentation management from concept to tear sheets
• excel spreadsheets for tracking designs, codes and materials

Brand communication, sales and promotional materials:

• design visually compelling sales collateral, presentations and promotional materials that support the sales team in communicating Aman’s value proposition to clients and partners

Qualifications:

• over three years of experience in designing and developing luxury-level furniture
• a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in furniture design
• fluency in Solidworks and the ability to create technical drawings are essential
• experience in detailed design and production of market-ready furniture is required
• proficiency in Rhino, Keyshot, Adobe CS (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Microsoft Office 365 Suite; additional skills in Auto CAD are advantageous
• strong organisational skills, with experience in managing multiple product design projects from concept to production
• a proactive, solution-oriented approach to design challenges, with the ability to think creatively within constraints
• good interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently as well as part of an effective team
• demonstrate a willingness to learn and grow, working on all aspects of the design process
• strong communication skills; fluent in English, both written and verbal
• highly motivated with a can-do attitude and efficiency in a fast-paced environment, with a willingness to go the extra mile where necessary
• experience in the interior design sector is an advantage
• eligibility to work in London, UK, is required

Please apply for this position on Dezeen Jobs with your CV and portfolio. Applications without a portfolio will not be eligible.

Due to the high number of applications we receive, we will only be responding to candidates who meet the above requirements.

The deadline for applications is Monday 27th January.

www.aman.com