Interior Design Director

FXCollaborative•New York, NY

About The Position

FXCollaborative is seeking a design-driven Interior Design Director to shape the creative direction of our interiors practice while expanding influence across projects, clients, and the firm. This role balances design leadership, project leadership, and strategic client engagement. The Interior Design Director will lead complex, high-impact work across sectors including workplace, hospitality, residential, and mixed-use environments, while leading business development efforts, mentoring teams, and helping define the future of the practice.

Requirements

10–15+ years of experience in interior design/interior architecture
Demonstrated success leading complex projects from concept through completion
Strong design, technical, and presentation capabilities
Experience managing client relationships and leading project teams
Proficiency in project planning, scoping, and proposal development
Deep knowledge of programming, space planning, materials, and construction methodologies
Experience coordinating with consultants, vendors, and contractors
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and visualization tools
Architectural licensing or NCIDQ accreditation required
Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field

Nice To Haves

LEED accreditation or interest in sustainable design preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the creative vision and execution of complex interiors projects across multiple sectors
Drive concept development through realization, ensuring design excellence, innovation, and clarity of intent
Shape spatial strategies, material palettes, lighting concepts, and FF&E with a strong point of view
Ensure alignment between design ambition, client goals, budget, and schedule
Stay at the forefront of industry trends, translating insights into forward-thinking design solutions
Serve as the primary design lead in client engagement guiding vision, scope, and delivery
Oversee project execution to ensure quality, timeliness, and client satisfaction
Contribute to business development, including proposals, interviews, and client outreach
Collaborate with firm leadership to align design direction with broader strategic and business goals
Generate and maintain leads for new project opportunities with potential clients, industry representatives and consultants
Promote and maintain visibility of the firm’s interior practice through teaching, presenting, attending industry conferences, workshops and panel discussions
Build and maintain trusted client relationships, identifying opportunities for continuous collaborations and growth
Lead, mentor, and inspire multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, design excellence, accountability, and creativity
Provide guidance and growth opportunities for emerging designers and project leaders
Partner with studio leadership on staffing, resource planning, and team development
Recruit and assist in strategic hiring for the interiors practice