Creative Interior Designer (Lead / Associate Director)

Role Summary

As a Senior Interior Designer, you will play a pivotal role in leading the design process for high-end commercial, workplace, hospitality, and retail interior projects. This includes taking ownership from concept through to project completion, working closely with cross-disciplinary teams, clients, and consultants to deliver cutting-edge, sustainable, and experiential environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full design lifecycle of interior design projects, from concept development to project delivery.
• Develop creative and functional interior design concepts that elevate the user experience and improve quality of life.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and consultants to integrate interior solutions seamlessly within overall building systems.
• Produce high-quality presentations, design documentation, drawings, and specifications using Revit and 3D BIM tools .
• Select materials, furniture, lighting, and finishes suitable for corporate workplaces and commercial interiors.
• Drive sustainability goals in design, with consideration for LEED and WELL principles.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor junior designers, and contribute to a collaborative, design-forward studio culture.
• Support pricing, sourcing, and FF&E procurement strategies in line with market standards.

Requirements

Essential:

• Minimum 10+ years of hands-on experience in commercial interiors , corporate workplace , hospitality , or retail design.
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design , Architecture , or equivalent from an internationally recognized university (preferably from top design schools)
• Proven proficiency in Revit and 3D BIM tools for interior projects.
• Strong understanding of sustainable design frameworks including LEED and WELL .
• Excellent design portfolio that communicates spatial storytelling, creativity, and innovation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of materials, furniture, lighting, and finishes relevant to corporate environments.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and visual graphics skills.
• Fluency in spoken and written English .

Desirable:

• LEED AP , WELL Accredited , IIDA , RIBA , or AIA memberships/certifications.
• Familiarity with Lumion , V-Ray , Grasshopper , SketchUp , InDesign , and other visualization tools.
• Experience in FF&E pricing and sourcing within the Kuwait or GCC market .
• Prior Middle East work experience is highly preferred.