We are seeking an
Interior Designer III to contribute design, technical, and coordination expertise across all phases of interior design work, with a primary focus on commercial interiors and the ability to support select residential projects. Working closely with project leadership, this role helps develop thoughtful, well-resolved interior environments from programming and concept design through documentation, specifications, and construction administration.
You'll join a team where curiosity, attention to detail, and a strong sense of urgency help shape thoughtful work and support your growth as a designer.
Primary ResponsibilitiesDesign & Documentation:- Develops interior design concepts, space plans, test fits, material palettes, finish strategies, and graphically strong presentation materials that translate client goals into clear design direction.
- Prepares interior design documentation, including plans, elevations, finish plans and schedules, interior details, material palettes, FFE, art, and specifications.
- Applies knowledge of interior systems, finish materials, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and product solutions appropriate to interior environments.
- Reviews, compiles, and prepares project specifications in coordination with project leadership.
Project Coordination & Management:- Supports the planning, programming, design, documentation, and coordination of primarily commercial interiors projects.
- Coordinates with Partners, Directors, Principals, project managers, consultants, vendors, fabricators, contractors, and reps to support design intent, technical resolution, budgeting, procurement coordination, and project delivery.
- Supports and may lead portions of construction administration, including submittal review, RFI coordination, finish sample review, and site observation related to interior design scope.
Communication & Collaboration- Communicates design and technical viewpoints clearly in team, consultant, vendor, and client-facing settings.
- Prepares and contributes to presentations, design narratives, meeting materials, and external project communications.
- Contributes ideas, solutions, and deliverables in collaborative project environments.
Growth, Leadership, & Mentorship- Guides and reviews work by less experienced interior design team members.
- Contributes to process improvement, knowledge sharing, and the ongoing development of interior design materials, tools, standards, and workflows.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsMust Have:- Education: a professional degree in interior design, interior architecture, architecture, or related design discipline.
- Experience: 5-9 years of related professional design experience, preferably within an architecture, interior design, or integrated design practice. Working knowledge of interior construction, millwork detailing, finish schedules, furniture systems, materials, and specifications.
- Digital Literacy: Proficient modeling and documentation skills using Autodesk Revit.
- Portfolio: Submit a portfolio that demonstrates interior design, technical documentation, materiality, and presentation skills.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and vendors.
- Work Style: High attention to detail, strong prioritization skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, creative, and dynamic environment
Nice to Have:- Demonstrated experience on commercial interiors projects; experience with workplace, hospitality, retail, cultural, or mixed-use project types is preferred.
- Residential interiors experience, or a demonstrated residential sensibility around materiality, detailing, furniture, and client service, is a plus.
What You Can Expect- A creative work environment and colleagues who are collaborative, creative, and challenging
- Opportunity to grow professionally
- Check our culture page to learn about life at Olson Kundig
This role is based in Seattle, Washington.For this position based in Seattle, Washington, the annual salary is between $89,000 and $99,000. Final salary decisions are made based upon the extent and relevance of the candidate's experience, as well as internal equity and external market factors.
In addition to a dynamic and creative culture, Olson Kundig provides a generous benefits package that includes 16 days of paid time off, paid holidays, a health plan, a 401 (k) match, bonuses, profit-sharing plans for qualified positions, a monthly travel subsidy for public transportation, and more.
All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and must already possess long-term work authorization.
