Description:
The Project Interior Designer serves as the primary creative and client-facing leader for assigned luxury residential projects at Blue Heron. This role is responsible for delivering a cohesive, elevated interior design experience from initial concept through client approval and installation, ensuring each project reflects a distinctive, refined, and financially sound vision aligned with Blue Heron’s design philosophy, architectural intent, and luxury lifestyle standards.
The Project Interior Designer leads day-to-day project execution, client communication, and coordination with internal and external partners, operating within Blue Heron’s established interior standards, design philosophy, and budgetary frameworks.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the full interior design experience for assigned luxury residential projects from conception through completion.
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Prepare and deliver polished design presentations that align client aspirations, architectural intent, and Blue Heron brand standards.
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Command the room in client meetings: set agenda and tone, present confidently, guide choices, and drive toward decisions with clarity and professionalism.
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Manage client expectations throughout the project lifecycle by addressing challenges proactively, offering strategic solutions, and maintaining clear, consistent communication.
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Own the interiors scope for both experience and margin, balancing design excellence with budget and schedule considerations.
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Curate, specify, and coordinate luxury materials, finishes, FF&E, textiles, and bespoke detailing.
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Ensure seamless integration of architectural and interior design elements.
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Design effectively to budget, meet project milestones, and continuously improve design workflow efficiency.
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Closely manage and oversee client billable hours related to interiors scope.
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Partner with Project Design Managers, Project Managers, and leadership to align interiors with overall project strategy.
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Monitor scope changes and collaborate on clear documentation and communication regarding adjustments.
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Collaborate cross-departmentally with estimating, procurement, construction, architecture, project management, sales, and marketing teams to execute design plans consistently and maintain visibility on cost, lead times, and risk.
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Serve as a primary interiors voice in design reviews, constructability reviews, and onsite walkthroughs.
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Advocate for the client experience while aligning with operational realities and company goals.
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Contribute to the evolution of the Blue Heron Interior Design Experience, interior standards, tools, and training.
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Represent interior design in internal initiatives, brand storytelling, and thought leadership efforts.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in interior design required.
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9+ years of interior design experience in luxury residential or luxury hospitality, including leading full high-end residential projects required.
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NCIDQ certification preferred but not required.
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Exceptional portfolio demonstrating concept-to-completion leadership in luxury environments.
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Expert-level knowledge of materials, detailing, FF&E, and custom fabrication.
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Solid understanding of construction methodologies, architectural detailing, and finish materials.
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Exceptional ability to lead client-facing conversations with professionalism, emotional intelligence, and clear communication.
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Strong organizational and project management skills, capable of handling multiple complex projects concurrently while meeting deadlines and maintaining design intent.
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Proven ability to lead clients through complex decisions with confidence, empathy, and clarity.
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Comfort engaging in budget, value, and margin conversations.
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Proficiency in industry standard tools including Microsoft Office Suite, SketchUp, and Bluebeam.
