Interior Design Assistant

Description:

The Interior Design Assistant is an early-career design professional who supports the execution of luxury residential interiors. This role contributes to the development, documentation, and coordination of highly curated interior environments while building a strong foundation in Blue Heron’s design standards, detailing, and elevated client experience. Working under the guidance of senior design leadership, the Interior Design Assistant plays a critical role in ensuring design intent is translated accurately, efficiently, and consistently throughout all phases of the project.

Responsibilities:

• Support Project Interior Designers, Senior Interior Designers, and Interior Designers in the development of luxury residential interiors from concept through installation.
• Assist in the preparation of refined presentation materials, including mood boards, finish boards, digital presentations, and curated sample trays.
• Contributes to the development of interior drawings, including plans, reflected ceiling plans, elevations, and details, under direction.
• Create, maintain, and update FF&E specifications and pricing proposals with a high degree of accuracy.
• Track product samples, pricing, lead times, and approvals; follow up with vendors as directed to support timely decision-making.
• Maintain organized and accurate project files, drawings, and documentation to support seamless project execution.
• Learn and consistently apply Blue Heron’s interior design standards, detailing, templates, and workflows.
• Seek feedback and demonstrate continuous improvement in technical proficiency, design sensibility, and professional judgment.
• Support a collaborative, detail-oriented studio culture aligned with Blue Heron’s values and commitment to excellence.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of professional interior design experience (internships included).
• Proficiency in design software Revit/AutoCAD, SketchUp, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong eye for detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Demonstrated growth in technical and design skills.
• Passion for high-end residential design and client experience.