Senior Interior Designer

Overview

In Common With is a design studio built on collaboration between artists, materials, environments, and our community at large. Working together, we’re committed to redefining the familiar by bringing elevated materials, detail-oriented design, and unparalleled adaptability to furniture and lighting for all spaces. 

We’re seeking a Senior Interior Designer to lead and execute a range of spatial and furniture projects — from internal showrooms to client homes — with a balance of creativity, sourcing expertise, and project management. This role spans internal environments, client-facing projects, vintage sourcing and restoration, and custom furniture/millwork design, requiring both vision and hands-on execution.

This is a senior, autonomous position for someone with strong design skills, sourcing experience, and the ability to manage projects from concept through installation.

Applications will remain open through Monday, January 19th.

 

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing (40%)

• Source one-of-a-kind vintage furniture, lighting, and decorative objects primarily for showroom sales, with occasional use in internal projects and client work.
• Oversee restoration, refinishing, and quality control for sourced pieces.
• Build and maintain relationships with dealers, galleries, and marketplaces.
• Maintain an organized inventory and sourcing library for ongoing use.

Internal Design Projects (30%)

• Lead design and execution of interior projects across Quarters’ showrooms, offices, hospitality, and event environments.
• Develop floor plans, elevations, and design proposals for new builds, seasonal resets, and activations.
• Design showroom furniture, displays, and millwork.
• Manage vendors, materials, and fabrication to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of products.
• Translate conceptual sketches into technical drawings and oversee the fabrication process.

Project Management & Operations (20%)

• Manage project budgets, sourcing spreadsheets, vendor timelines, and installation schedules.
• Maintain organized design documentation and records.
• Present design proposals internally and externally with clarity and precision.

Client Projects (10%)

• Lead client engagements where we are tasked with furnishing a room, apartment, or home.
• Create proposals, floor plans, and curated sourcing lists tailored to each client’s needs.
• Manage purchasing, vendor coordination, and installation of furniture and accessories.
• Serve as the primary client contact, ensuring a high-touch and design-forward experience.

 

Manager Level Expectations

• Own projects or processes and maintain accountability for results while ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and organize work to prioritize effectively across teams or functions.
• Collaborate across teams, when necessary. to align resources, dependencies, and objectives and drive results.
• Identify inefficiencies in processes or projects and implement improvements to enhance effectiveness.
• Apply subject-matter expertise to provide guidance, insights, and influence outcomes beyond immediate responsibilities.
• Document and refine SOPs or core process workflows within your area to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and knowledge sharing.

 

Requirements

• 4–7 years of relevant professional experience, with 1–3 years in a supervisory or project lead capacity.
• Bachelor’s degree in Interior design or architecture required; advanced degree is a plus.
• Proficiency in Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Suite, Figma
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree is a plus.
• Proficiency in managing workflows, tools, and project management systems (e.g., Asana).
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

 

Desired Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with others across functions, and levels.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and change; able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to own work, meet deadlines, and follow through on commitments.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Open to giving and receiving feedback as part of a culture of growth and learning.
• Conducts work with integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• A genuinely empathetic group. We have a non-negotiable no jerks policy. Being nice is free.

 

Studio + Compensation

• This is a full-time position based in Tribeca, New York 
• Hours are Monday–Friday from 9 am to 6 pm EST
• From $100,000 - $130,000 annual salary, commensurate with experience
• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance (with 100% monthly premium coverage options), generous PTO, a 401(k) with employer match, and profit sharing.