Interior Designer

Handel Architects is an award-winning, full-service Architecture, Planning, and Interior Design firm with offices in San Francisco, New York, Boston, and Hong Kong. We create sustainability-driven, innovative spaces that shape vibrant communities worldwide. Our San Francisco Interior Design studio specializes in luxury multi-family residential projects, designing refined residences and amenity spaces with a hospitality-inspired approach that brings our clients’ visions to life. We’re a collaborative team of passionate Architects and Designers who thrive in an open studio environment. We share ideas, support each other, and design spaces that positively impact lives. Our culture values creativity, camaraderie, and growth—we celebrate achievements, work hard, and genuinely enjoy what we do. We operate on a hybrid schedule: in-office Monday–Thursday, with optional remote work on Fridays. About the Job Our San Francisco studio is seeking an Interior Designer with 5+ years of experience to join our design-driven team. We’re seeking a talented and passionate Interior Designer eager to join the creative process and build upon their design and technical skills. Our studio fosters open dialogue and encourages every team member to actively participate in the design process. As a seasoned Interior Designer, you’ll partner closely with Project Managers and teams on multiple, concurrent projects to design and plan residential units and amenity spaces. With support, you’ll manage small projects or parts of larger ones, taking projects from storyboard through documentation, construction, and installation. This is a great opportunity for a motivated Interior Designer looking to grow professionally, contribute to meaningful projects, take ownership, and help shape thoughtful, beautiful, and inspirational spaces. Qualifications 5+ years of professional Interior Design experience Background in high-end residential or hospitality projects preferred Degree in Interior Design or Interior Architecture; certification preferred Strong conceptual and visual design skills, including the ability to produce presentation imagery that communicates design narratives Solid understanding of design methodology, space planning, and concept development, including finish and FFE selections, rendered plans and elevations, and furniture layouts Proficiency in Photoshop, InDesign, and 3D modeling/rendering tools such as SketchUp, Rhino, V-Ray, Enscape, or Lumion Technical proficiency in Revit, with experience producing details and construction documentation Experience coordinating with consultants and participating in project meetings Experience presenting design concepts to clients Knowledge of interior finish specifications, construction administration, and installation processes Familiarity with CA residential building codes Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy, quality, and follow-through Collaborative team member with strong communication skills Experience managing finish libraries, coordinating with vendors, and mentoring junior designers Self-motivated and well-organized, with the ability to manage tasks independently What We Offer Annual discretionary bonus Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life) Competitive PTO 401(K) with Employer Contribution Professional Development Opportunities Convenient Downtown Location at Powell BART station Calm and collaborative work environment #J-18808-Ljbffr