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Chapter Interiors is seeking a freelance architect/middle-weight interior designer to join its team in Bath, UK.

Chapter is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to join our Bath studio. This role is ideal for someone with three to five years’ of professional experience in high-end residential design who is looking to expand their knowledge and grow within a collaborative and design-led practice.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong conceptual thinking, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for creating exceptional spaces. A developing knowledge of interiors, architectural joinery, furniture design and specification, and construction methodologies is essential. Experience working within heritage and listed buildings is highly desirable.

Qualifications:

• ARB registered architect, or
• bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or interior design
• eligible to work in the UK

Role and responsibilities:

• prepare design presentation material that communicates architectural and interior concepts clearly and effectively
• support senior team members on multiple concurrent projects, with increasing responsibility for leading packages or coordinating small to mid-scale projects
• develop technical drawings and construction details for interiors and bespoke joinery
• manage time effectively to meet project deadlines, with awareness of shifting priorities
• liaise with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure design intent is maintained
• assist with sourcing FF&E and preparing specifications, mood boards, and finishes schedules
• support site delivery phases, attending site meetings and responding to RFIs and contractor queries
• contribute to the practice’s material library, sustainability resources, and knowledge sharing

Attributes:

• strong spatial and conceptual design skills
• strategic thinker with a curious and proactive approach to problem solving
• confident communicator in design reviews and collaborative environments
• strong organisational and file management skills, with attention to detail
• eagerness to learn and grow within a multidisciplinary design team
• positive, collaborative attitude with the ability to work independently when required
• interest in sustainable design practices and materials innovation

Knowledge:

• RIBA Plan of Work and stage-specific deliverables
• construction methodology, including detailed joinery, interior fit-out, and finishes
• knowledge and/or experience with UK Building Regulations and Planning process
• understanding of materials, finishes, and sourcing (incl. cost awareness)
• developing knowledge of sustainable building practices, certifications (e.g. BREEAM, WELL), and circular design principles
• experience navigating heritage and conservation constraints

Skills:

• ability to communicate effectively through drawings, presentations, and written reports
• strong CAD drafting skills and 3D visualisation
• excellent sketching and hand-drawing ability
• competence in physical model making and 3D printing
• ability to adapt and learn new tools or workflows quickly
• strong coordination and documentation skills

Software:

• Microstation (2D drafting)
• Rhino 3D (modelling)
• Prusa Slicer (3D printing prep)
• Twinmotion (visualisation)
• Adobe InDesign (presentations)
• Microsoft Excel (scheduling and budgeting)

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