Senior Furniture Designer
About The Position
Workshop/APD is an award-winning, multidisciplinary architecture and design firm. From dramatic penthouses and seaside retreats to luxury residential developments and groundbreaking hotels and restaurants, our projects are uniquely defined by a sense of place and purpose and a desire to ultimately enhance users experience through exceptional design. Our aesthetic is timelessly modern but site-specific, unbound by project type or a singular style. Our diverse and collaborative team of creative architects, interior designers, product designers and graphic designers leverage vast and highly varied experiences to solve complex design challenges, resulting in holistic spaces, products and experiences that are exceptionally beautiful and accessible. We are seeking a highly skilled and creative Senior Furniture Designer to lead the development of bespoke furniture pieces that elevate our interior design projects. The ideal candidate is a designer who thrives in a collaborative, high-end residential design environment and is passionate about translating conceptual ideas into beautifully crafted, functional furniture.
Requirements
- B.A, in Industrial Design, Product Design or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience designing high-end residential furniture
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, Keyshot, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong understanding of materials, fabrication techniques, and furniture construction.
- Excellent communication and project management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, design-driven environment
Responsibilities
- Lead the concept development of custom furniture pieces that align with the aesthetic and functional goals of each interior design project
- Produce detailed sketches, renderings, 3D models, and fabrication drawings to communicate design intent to internal teams, clients, and fabricators.
- Manage product development timelines, ensuring alignment with project milestones and client presentation schedules.
- Review and approve manufacturer shop drawings, providing clear feedback to maintain design integrity.
- Conduct showroom and manufacturer visits to oversee production progress, perform quality checks, and ensure alignment with design intent.
- Troubleshoot production issues and provide solutions during and post-manufacturing as needed.
- Support the product development team with concept design and development of running line products when schedule permits.
Benefits
- Workshop/APD offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, profit sharing 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits, IDP mentorship and ARE/AXP reimbursement, discretionary bonus, and personal time off (vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days). In addition, WAPD offers a comprehensive health and wellness program including discounts, education, prevention training, health coaching, and fitness classes, as well as in-office perks, including an employee lounge and rooftop, outdoor patio for lunches, and office supplied food and beverages. Salary is commensurate with experience and available upon request
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
