Vice President of Interior Design
About The Position
The Vice President of Interior Design is a pivotal executive leadership role responsible for defining the creative vision of the firm while driving strategic growth and operational excellence. This individual will lead with both vision and discipline- guiding design direction, cultivating client relationships, and ensuring the successful delivery of complex, high-profile projects. In addition, this role will directly manage and mentor senior design leadership, including Design Directors, while providing overarching guidance, structure, and accountability across the broader design team. The role is instrumental in scaling the business, elevating the brand, and reinforcing Denton House’s position at the forefront of luxury design.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field
- NCIDQ certification strongly preferred
- 10+ years of experience across luxury residential, hospitality, and/or commercial design
- 5+ years in a senior leadership role within a design-driven organization
- Proven success leading complex, high-profile projects and multidisciplinary teams
- Exceptional client engagement and business development capabilities
- Strong financial acumen, including forecasting, billing, and profitability oversight
- Deep understanding of design delivery, contracts, and fee structures
- Proficiency in Revit/CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office preferred
- Knowledge of building codes and sustainability standards (LEED, WELL) preferred
Nice To Haves
- NCIDQ certification strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Revit/CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office preferred
- Knowledge of building codes and sustainability standards (LEED, WELL) preferred
Responsibilities
- Define and champion the firm’s interior design vision in alignment with broader business objectives
- Curate boutique, highly specialized studio teams to elevate our residential, hospitality, and commercial practices with a bespoke, design-driven approach
- Partner with executive leadership on long-term growth strategy and market positioning
- Collaborate closely with architecture and planning leadership to ensure seamless integration across disciplines
- Drive new business and contribute meaningfully to revenue growth
- Cultivate and steward relationships with high-net-worth clients, developers, and strategic partners
- Represent the firm at a senior level in client presentations, industry forums, and key networking environments
- Provide executive oversight across all projects from concept through completion, ensuring design excellence and financial performance
- Lead contract strategy, fee structures, and risk management frameworks
- Oversee forecasting, billing, and project profitability in partnership with finance
- Align team structure and staffing with project demands and growth objectives
- Ensure adherence to the highest standards of quality, compliance, and execution
- Lead, mentor, and inspire Design Directors and senior team members
- Foster a culture of design excellence, accountability, and collaboration
- Champion talent development and build a strong, scalable team for long-term growth
Benefits
- Competitive executive compensation + profit participation
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- Generous paid time off and company holidays
- Ongoing professional development and continuing education
- Opportunity to shape and scale a premier luxury design practice
- Collaborative, high-performance, design-led culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
