The Kit Kemp Design Studio is known for creating
colourful and tailored interiors that combine craftsmanship and contemporary sophistication. Our projects are based worldwide, ranging from design for Firmdale Hotels’ award-winning
interiors to elegant homes on the French Riviera and large real estate in Palm Desert.
Role Overview
Reporting to the Directors and Associates, you will
provide Interior Architecture and FF&E design direction and delivery across
multiple UK and international projects.
Key Duties and Responsibilities Creative Direction
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Lead the creative and conceptual stages of the projects in collaboration with the Directors and Associates.
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Inspire the design team, bring new ideas, source new furniture, antiques, and art, and
introduce fresh thoughts to the studio.
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Design and develop beautiful bespoke furniture, including case pieces, upholstery, lighting, and joinery.
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Present and sell concepts and design solutions
to clients.
Design & Project
Management
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Provide strong project leadership and seamless service
to clients, ensuring
exceptional communication throughout.
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Deliver confident, experienced, and skilled space
planning, applying knowledge
of the planning process and
building regulations where applicable.
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Attend regular internal
and external design team meetings
and assist designers on the conceptual
and technical side of the design process.
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Produce all delivery
drawings and specifications to a design
intent package level.
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Coordinate and oversee
the project’s documentation, ensuring comments and revisions are
always up to date.
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Develop detailed specifications.
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Support the Senior Management team in producing detailed project timelines with internal
milestones, providing regular and timely updates and progress reports to
Directors and Associates.
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Manage and check information produced
by consultants, sub-contractors, and suppliers.
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Respond effectively to complex questions
and troubleshoot problems
while switching between various projects.
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Apply strategic thinking to projects by forecasting, identifying, and communicating risks, and
bringing ideas and solutions to the table.
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Close projects efficiently, supporting the project team in rectifying snags and wrapping
up projects as quickly as possible.
Management and Team Support
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Contributing to setting internal
design standards and guidelines, ensuring
they are implemented by the
team.
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Streamlining processes and procedures to increase quality
and efficiency.
· Monitoring the project team’s
output, reporting back to
Senior Management in a constructive manner, highlighting
successes and areas for improvement.
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Oversee and support
Junior Designers across
various projects.
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Mentor and provide
guidance on design
based queries.
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Redlining corrections, teaching
approved processes and ensuring procedures are followed.
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Continuously working towards improving the company, team members experience, growth and studio culture.
Qualification & Values
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A degree or equivalent in Interior Design/Interior Architecture.
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At
least 7+ years
post-graduate experience with a minimum
of 4 years in the luxury hospitality or residential sectors.
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Full proficiency in Adobe Creative
Suite and Microsoft Suite and AutoCAD.
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A high standard of technical
ability, and broad knowledge of materiality.
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A
passion for FF&E
with vast knowledge
of suppliers, products, and specialist finishes. Experience in procurement would
be a plus but is not essential.
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Experience working on all aspects
of projects through
all stages, from concept to completion.
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An understanding of project programs
and deadlines.
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Financial understanding of project costs and budget
awareness.
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An exceptional eye for scale,
balance, detail, and colour.
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Impeccable and concise communication and presentation skills,
both verbal and written.
Fluency in spoken and written English is essential.
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Attention to detail:
thorough, accurate and focused when accomplishing tasks
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Resilience: adopts a solutions-oriented approach
to problems/difficult situations
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Passion: determined to make an impact with a focus
on creating a happy and engaged team
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Enthusiasm: shows a keen interest
in supporting Kit Kemp, adopting
a can-do attitude
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Relationships: builds and maintains effective
relationships with team members at all levels
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Versatile: adaptable and ready to take on new challenges.
Why join Firmdale Hotels?
Firmdale Hotels is an international, award winning group of 11 luxury hotels and 10 bars and restaurants in London and New York. World renowned for their unique interiors and exceptional service, the hotels are trailblazers in hospitality and design.
We are delighted to have been recognised by the hospitality and travel industries for the great work our teams have achieved. To name a few of our recent awards and accolades:
* Proud winners of The Times Best Places to Work for both 2024 and 2025
* The Kings Award for Enterprise 2024 for outstanding contribution to International Trade
* Manager of the Year – Helle Jensen – Cateys 2024
* Food & Beverage Manager of the Year - Pedro Paulo - Hotel Cateys 2024
* Hotel Chef of the Year Finalist - Jamie Atkinson - Hotel Cateys 2024
* Haymarket Hotel & The Soho Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and AA Breakfast Award 2025
* Covent Garden Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence 2025
* Dorset Square Hotel – AA Breakfast Award 2025
* Ham Yard Hotel, Covent Garden Hotel and Haymarket Hotel – Two Michelin Keys 2024
* Charlotte Street Hotel, The Soho Hotel, Knightsbridge Hotel and Number Sixteen Hotel – One Michelin Key 2024
* Ham Yard Hotel - two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, Ham Yard Bar & Restaurant, 2024 as well as an AA Breakfast Award
* Dorset Square Hotel – One AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence, The Potting Shed, 2024
* Warren Street Hotel - Travel & Leisure ‘IT List’ best hotels in the world
* Whitby Hotel, Crosby Street and Warren Street - Michelin keys
* Number Sixteen - Best Boutique Hotels in London, The Times, 2024.
You can see a full list of our awards and accolades here: