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Join Our Team at Dash Design

Join Our Team at Dash Design

At Dash Design, a leading NYC-based interior design studio, we specialize in creating innovative and impactful spaces across a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, F&B, retail, senior living, and more. With a rich history of transforming environments and enhancing experiences, we are always looking for passionate and creative individuals to join our team. If you’re driven by design excellence and eager to collaborate on groundbreaking projects, Dash Design is the perfect place for you to grow and make a difference.

SENIOR INTERIOR ARCHITECT

dash design is currently searching for a senior interior architect. Candidate should have a Bachelor’s or Master´s in Architecture (or Interior Architecture), with a broad range of interests and skills, strong graphic sense, self-motivation, enthusiasm for teamwork and the desire to contribute and learn. 

dash design is a leading NYC-founded interior design and branding agency specializing in hotel, restaurant and retail as well as senior living projects. Our team is comprised of a group of highly diverse and talented global creatives, whose aim is to deliver value to our clients through innovative thinking and delivering positive ROI.  

Candidates should have 10+ years of relevant work experience at an Interior Design or Architecture studio.  Participate as a leading member of the team to develop projects from initial concept through to the production of construction documents. Responsible for technical design of projects, including detailing millwork, coordinating with consultants and supervision of construction. Monitor project scope to assure compliance with client directions, design intent, schedule, and budget. Act as a point of contact with the Architect of Record and consultants. Perform submittal reviews during construction, maintain RFI and submittal logs. The position will work closely with the Design Director and Senior Interior Designer and may oversee a small team of architectural designers. 

 

Requirements:

10+ years of experience in hospitality, F&B, and retail architecture 

Professional Degree in Architecture from an accredited program 

candidate must understand the process of translating design concepts into building assemblies, be able to space plan, provide furniture layouts, develop imagery, and prepare specifications

Knowledge of the full design process, competent in all conventional aspects of architecture, code review and universal access guidelines 

Working knowledge of developing Construction Documents and coordinating drawing sets with external consultants

Proficient in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe Suite, Google Suite and Microsoft Office and other applicable programs. Ability to work in Revit is a plus

Possess 3-D computer modelling and rendering skills (Navisworks, Sketchup, 3D Max, Rhino, Lumion, V-ray etc.)

Flexibility to work on and to prioritize multiple projects in various stages of development

English proficiency is required 

Ability to communicate design ideas and direction quickly 

Ability to communicate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and staff

Strong interpersonal skills with all levels of management and staff 

Excellent verbal, communication, and organizational skills; proactive and solution driven 

Ability to work in imperial units (Inches and feet) and metric 

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

  • This role is 50% design & 50% technical/production-focused. 

  • Bring fresh, creative ideas to your team that are project appropriate, on brand for the client, and with the supporting rationale 

  • Translate strategic concepts into unique spaces and experiences with senior team member guidance

  • Collaboratively generate design concept ideas with team members to present for director and/or project manager review 

  • Lead in the preparation of concept drawings, schematicsand design development with senior team member oversight 

  • Assemble and organize presentations 

  • Prepare the appropriate selection of interior finish materials for design projects in collaboration with the interior designer.

  • Create and maintain the interior architectural drawing list, inclusive of details and millwork 

  • Accurately produce guideline documents via AutoCAD, including plans, elevations, details, millwork and schedules, to ensure appropriateness for application 

  • Coordinate and communicate with outside consultants, e.g. lighting designer, Architect of Record 

  • Understand universal access requirements, local codes and have working knowledge of MEP and building systems.

  • Highly attentive to details, accuracy, and visual aesthetic.

  • Positive attitude, team player and detail-oriented approach 
     
    Job Type:

  • Full-time hybrid: Our team works at least 3 days in the office and has flexibility to work 2 days from home. 

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • • Health insurance includes medical, vision and dental

  • • Paid time off

    If you have the skillsets, can fulfill the responsibilities and meet the requirements above, and can thrive in a creative, solutions-driven environment, please submit your resume and cover letter to hello@dashdesign.net. Kindly include “Senior Interior Designer” in the email subject line. No phone calls, please.

Florencia Domínguez