Changing Lives Through Design
Lauren Collander Interiors is a luxury interior design firm based in Naperville, Illinois with studios in Chicago, North Shore and Denver, Colorado, specializing in luxury design. Projects range from new construction homes to large renovations, full home furnishings, and boutique commercial projects.
We seek a Junior Interior Designer to join our Naperville Studio. This position will focus on supporting the design team across all phases of residential interior architectural and furnishing design, including new construction, renovations, and FF&E. This is a hands-on, fast paced environment with growth opportunity within a highly supportive and collaborative environment.
The ideal candidate has:
- A passion for residential architectural and furnishing design
- Excitement for hands-on learning experiences while working to support senior designers on luxury projects
- The ability to be detail-oriented, organized, and pivot while supporting multiple projects and managing a variety of tasks.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
1. GENERAL
- A creative individual with fundamental design skills and ability to the design team
- Positive, professional, and open to feedback with a strong desire to grow
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate team needs and support accordingly
- Passion for interior design and creating thoughtful, functional spaces
- Alignment with firm values of Creativity, Luxury, and Joy
2. TEAM AND STUDIO SUPPORT
- Support Senior Designers in client communications and meeting preparation
- Assist in preparing drawings, presentations, materials, and design documentation
- Participate in client meetings and take detailed notes for team follow-up
- Communicate professionally with vendors, showrooms, and project partners as directed
- Organize and maintain studio material library
- Represent the firm with positivity and professionalism in all interactions
3. TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
- Foundational and fundamental knowledge of residential interior design phases and what is included
- Assist in the development of design presentations, budgets, and material palettes
- Support the creation of drawings, finish schedules, and FF&E specifications
- Ability to communicate design ideas visually through presentations and drawings
- Basic understanding of construction drawings
- Exposure to luxury furnishings and materials, with a desire to expand knowledge
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office/Google Workspace; willingness to learn programs like Ivy
4. TEAM CAPABILITIES
- Strong team player with a collaborative and flexible mindset
- Willingness to support multiple team members across various projects
- Demonstrate a positive, professional, and kind attitude with coworkers
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
- Eagerness to learn company standards, systems, and processes
- Assist with project coordination tasks, including tracking deliverables and deadlines
- Attend site visits and installations as needed to support the team
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design or related field
- 1–3 years of experience at an interior design firm (residential preferred)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Willingness to learn new systems and processes
- Reliable transportation to job sites within the Chicago area
- Ability to work from studio locations (Chicago, North Short, Naperville) as needed
Please submit a resume, cover letter and portfolio (Do not be concerned with creating the perfect portfolio. We would rather see your everyday work, as soon as possible.)
Benefits:
- Salary based on experience
- Yearly bonus based on performance
- 401K
- 401(K) match
- PTO
- Paid holidays
- To be part of a team that values life-work balance and happiness
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Creative – curious, motivated, and eager to grow
- Dependable – reliable and detail-oriented
- People-oriented – enjoys collaboration and team environments
- Emerging – building real-world experience and developing design expertise
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Based on experience
Schedule:
- 8 hour shifts
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Interior Design: 7 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Naperville, IL 60540 (Required)
Work Location: In person
