Mid-Level Interior Designer - Residential Design and Construction

About the Role

Modern Visions Design Studio is seeking a Mid-Level Interior Designer with strong residential construction experience to join our design studio in Kirkland.

This role is ideal for a designer who enjoys working on thoughtful residential projects from concept through construction, and who is comfortable producing high-quality AutoCAD drawing sets, developing floor plans, and coordinating with contractors and trades during construction.

The right candidate will be detail-oriented, technically proficient, and capable of working independently, while also collaborating with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

This position reports to the Lead Designer / Project Manager and the COO.

Key Responsibilities

Design Development

• Develop space planning solutions including residential floor plans and elevations
• Create design presentations, mood boards, and renderings using Photoshop
• Assist in the selection of materials, finishes, fixtures, and millwork

Construction Documentation

• Produce detailed AutoCAD construction drawing sets, including:
• Floor plans
• Reflected ceiling plans
• Interior elevations
• Millwork drawings
• Construction details
• Maintain and update drawing sets throughout project development
• Ensure drawings clearly communicate design intent and construction requirements

Construction Coordination

• Conduct site visits and project meetings
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and vendors
• Review shop drawings and construction progress
• Assist with troubleshooting design and construction issues
• Ensure field conditions align with design documentation

Project Communication

• Communicate with clients, consultants, vendors, and contractors
• Track and organize design decisions and revisions
• Support the design team in maintaining project timelines

Required Qualifications

• 3–6+ years of professional interior design experience
• Experience working on residential construction or renovation projects
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Photoshop for mood boards, presentations, and renderings
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and documentation
• Familiarity with residential trades including:
• Carpentry and millwork
• Electrical and lighting
• Plumbing
• Drywall and finishing
• Painting and wall finishes
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction drawings
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Additional Requirements

• Reliable personal vehicle and valid driver’s license
• Ability to travel to job sites, vendor showrooms, and meetings
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects
• Comfortable collaborating with clients and construction professionals

Portfolio Requirements

To be considered, applicants must submit a portfolio demonstrating both design and technical work.

Your portfolio should include:

1. Floor Plans

• Examples of residential space planning
• Renovation or remodeling layouts preferred

2. Construction Drawings

• AutoCAD drawings such as:
• Interior elevations
• Millwork drawings
• Kitchen or bathroom details
• Reflected ceiling plans

3. Design Work

• Mood boards or design presentations
• Renderings or visualizations (Photoshop or similar)

4. Built Work (if available)

• Before-and-after images of completed projects
• Documentation showing how drawings translated to built results

Portfolio may be submitted as PDF or website link.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kirkland, WA