Studio Lead | Interior Architect / Interior Designer

About the Studio This is a senior leadership role for an accomplished Interior Architect / Interior Designer with AD100-caliber experience (or comparable), ready to lead a studio and elevate both design vision and execution. Key Responsibilities • Lead the creative vision and architectural interior design of complex, high-end residential projects • Oversee projects from concept through installation, ensuring design integrity at every phase • Serve as a trusted advisor to high-profile, private clients, with absolute discretion • Direct, mentor, and inspire a team of designers and project managers • Review and guide the production of construction documents, custom furniture, millwork, and detailing packages • Establish and uphold studio standards for drawings, specifications, FF&E, and installations • Oversee FF&E strategy, sourcing, budgeting, procurement, and logistics • Collaborate closely with architects, landscape designers, contractors, artisans, and fabricators • Lead client presentations and represent the studio with confidence, authority, and refinement Qualifications • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or Architecture • 10+ years of experience in a top-tier residential design or architecture studio • Proven track record delivering AD100-level or equivalent high-end residential projects • Strong proficiency in AutoCAD; fluency in design documentation and detailing • Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign and Photoshop for presentations • Deep expertise in custom furnishings, millwork, materials, finishes, and specifications • Extensive knowledge of San Francisco trade resources; familiarity with NYC, LA, and European markets a plus • Ability to lead within a fast-paced, highly selective studio environment • Valid driver’s license and access to transportation Compensation & Benefits