We are designers of storied places.
OBMI is a global master planning, architecture, and interior design practice shaping luxury resorts, boutique hotels, private residences, and mixed-use destinations around the world.
For more than 90 years, we have created places deeply rooted in land, culture, and emotion, balancing imagination, craft, and care.
With studios in Miami, London, Dubai, and KSA, we collaborate globally to deliver holistic, experiential environments across the Middle East, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond. Clients see us as trusted advisors, drawn to our belief in thoughtful design, long-term value, and spaces that are both innovative and sustainable.
Our Miami studio is growing, and we are seeking a Project Designer / Project Design Architect to join our team. As part of our team, you will help shape world-class hospitality, resort, and mixed-use destinations, translating client aspirations into compelling architectural experiences while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the globe.
About the role
The Project Designer / Project Design Architect is at the forefront of shaping design narratives for luxury hospitality and destination projects.
This role combines creative vision with technical understanding, balancing bold design thinking with practical execution. You will contribute to projects from concept through implementation, developing innovative architectural solutions that respond to client goals, site context, operational requirements, and brand aspirations.
Working closely with Design Directors, Project Managers, consultants, and project teams, you will help deliver thoughtful, high-quality design solutions while contributing to a collaborative and design-driven studio culture.
What you'll do
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Develop architectural concepts and design solutions for hospitality, resort, and mixed-use projects from early visioning through project delivery
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Contribute to all phases of the design process, including conceptual design, spatial planning, presentations, detailed design, and construction documentation
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Translate client briefs, operational requirements, and brand narratives into compelling architectural experiences
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Create drawings, models, renderings, and visual presentations that clearly communicate design intent
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Participate in client workshops, meetings, and presentations, helping guide design discussions and stakeholder engagement
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Collaborate with Project Managers, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure design continuity throughout project phases
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Coordinate with technical teams to integrate design intent into practical, buildable solutions
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Support technical detailing, consultant coordination, and documentation efforts
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Review drawings, shop drawings, and project deliverables to ensure quality and alignment with design objectives
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Participate in site visits and construction administration activities to maintain design integrity during implementation
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Mentor and support junior designers while contributing to a collaborative studio environment
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Conduct research on design trends, hospitality experiences, sustainability, materials, and emerging technologies to elevate project outcomes
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Contribute to proposal development, design competitions, and business development initiatives where appropriate
Who we're looking for
We're seeking a creative and collaborative designer who combines strong conceptual thinking with technical understanding and a passion for hospitality design.
You are:
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Equipped with 9–11 years of professional architectural experience, ideally focused on hospitality, resort, and destination design
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Holding a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
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A licensed or registered architect (AIA, RIBA, ARB, or equivalent preferred)
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Experienced in hospitality programming, guest experience planning, and luxury destination design
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Skilled in visual storytelling and the communication of design concepts
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Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and other visualization tools
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Experienced with BIM workflows and design coordination; Grasshopper and computational design experience are a plus
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Comfortable presenting design ideas to clients, consultants, and project teams
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Knowledgeable in technical detailing, construction documentation, consultant coordination, and project delivery
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Familiar with sustainable design principles, materials, and construction systems
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Collaborative, adaptable, and comfortable working across diverse cultures, teams, and project locations
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A strong communicator who can balance creativity, technical rigor, and client expectations
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Passionate about design excellence, innovation, and creating memorable places
Why OBMI
You'll join a globally recognized practice that values creativity, technical excellence, collaboration, accountability, and innovation. This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful international hospitality and destination projects while collaborating with talented professionals across our global studios.
At OBMI, you'll help create places that leave a lasting impact while continuing to develop your design leadership, technical expertise, and global project experience.
Location: Miami, Florida
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
Please submit your CV and portfolio with your application.
