Interior Designer - FF&E Specialist

Studio Munge•Miami, FL

18d

About The Position

Studio Munge is seeking an experienced, creative, and collaborative Interior Designer specializing in furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E). The role contributes to experiential, immersive environments for luxury brands and sophisticated clientele, developing design solutions that are both distinctive and functional and that support each project’s narrative and Studio Munge’s quality standards. Working with Alessandro Munge, Project Leads, Senior Designers, industrial designers, procurement agents, and internal design and project management teams, the designer helps manage multiple projects from concept through completion. The work includes developing custom furnishings, millwork, lighting, carpets, and textiles; specifying catalogue pieces and materials; preparing FF&E specifications; and coordinating with suppliers, manufacturers, and project stakeholders. The ideal candidate is proactive, highly organized, creative, attentive to detail, and confident in client-facing situations.

Requirements

Be legally entitled to work in Canada through Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status, or a valid work permit.
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, or equivalent.
Minimum five years of design work experience with demonstrated specialization in FF&E design.
Creative, resourceful, curious, organized, and self-confident.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal, written, and design articulation.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Proven understanding of materiality.
Proven understanding of space and scale, with the ability to draw and detail furniture pieces.
Product knowledge of furniture, fabrics, accessories, art, drapery, decorative lighting, and finishes.
Budget management skills.
Upbeat, positive attitude and regular contribution to a motivated work culture.
Accustomed to a fast-paced, dynamic, deadline-oriented environment.
Well-honed time and priority management skills.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), and SketchUp.
Applicants must provide a portfolio; applicants without a valid work permit or portfolio will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience in five-star luxury hospitality projects is an asset.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Project Lead and Senior Designers to manage multiple projects from design concept through completion across FF&E development and production.
Conceptualize furniture, millwork, and decorative lighting with consideration for space and scale, project narratives, and Studio Munge standards.
Work with Project Leads, Senior Designers, and Industrial Designers to develop custom pieces that meet client or brand requirements.
Design and develop custom carpets and textiles aligned with the design concept and project brand standards.
Select and specify catalogue pieces relevant to the established design narrative.
Select and specify FF&E materials that meet Studio Munge durability standards.
Create and refine functional furniture layouts.
Write FF&E specifications using Studio Munge software Fohlio.
Manage and coordinate with suppliers and furniture manufacturers.
Coordinate and collaborate with internal design and project management teams.
Coordinate with the procurement agent.
Participate in prototype reviews and provide design feedback as required.
Review, track, and coordinate FF&E submittals to ensure consistency with approved design intent and specifications.