London, UK
Architectural designer
at Yinka Ilori Studio
Yinka Ilori Studio is seeking an architectural designer to join its team in London.
About us
Yinka Ilori is a multidisciplinary London-based artist of British-Nigerian heritage, who specialises in storytelling by fusing the two identities of his descent to convey untold narratives in contemporary design. He began his practice in 2011 by up-cycling vintage furniture, inspired by the traditional Nigerian parables and West African fabrics that surrounded him as a child.
Join us
The studio consists of a team of colour-obsessed architects, designers and thinkers, with the expertise and capacity to take on public realm projects, large-scale architectural-spatial projects along with smaller-scale interior design and product design projects. The studio continues to experiment with the relationship between function and form, with an output that sits between traditional divisions of art, design and architecture.
We’re looking for an architectural designer with a high interest in arts and challenging the norms, to join us.
Required expertise and skills:
- experience: two to five years in spatial design, public realm projects, and/or art installations
- design skills: demonstrated ability in designing spatial design/architecture projects, and/or art installations, with a portfolio showcasing excellent design, presentation skills, and experience in project delivery
- technical expertise: strong knowledge of materiality and construction, with proficiency in technical design and resolution
- product design knowledge: experience in product design is a plus but not a necessasity
- creative and responsible: highly motivated and able to produce high standards of work in a busy team environment
- interest in public projects: passionate about public realm projects, and engaging communities and multiple stakeholders
- research skills: strong (visual) research abilities to support the creative ideation process
- sustainability: knowledge and interest in sustainable building practices and building performance throughout a project’s life cycle
- communication and collaboration: excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage positively with peers and work towards common goals
- time management and multitasking: efficient in managing workload, meeting deadlines, and handling multiple tasks
- flexibility: willingness to contribute to both project and non-project tasks
- software proficiency: Advanced skills in 2D and 3D Rhino, SketchUp, Adobe Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), and MS Office
The studio is a very sociable and inclusive place to work. Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is a fundamental part of our charter. All candidates will be treated fairly regardless of their background, age, race, sex or disability.
To apply please send your CV and your portfolio using the ‘apply’ button below and use ‘architectural designer’ in the subject line. We look forward to hearing from you!