Designer – Architecture / Kitchens / Interiors – Studio Based
From £25,000 per annum
Full Time
Waverton, Chester – Studio Based (with some site visits required)
About Our Client
Our client is a boutique, design-led group offering integrated architecture, bespoke kitchens, interiors, furniture design, specialist joinery, and full design and build project delivery.
Their structure combines architectural practice, interior architecture, high-end kitchen design, furniture and joinery manufacturing, and construction execution under one cohesive model.
Operating from their Chester-based studio and workshops, they deliver high-quality bespoke projects across the residential and specialist sectors, from individual kitchens and interiors to full property extensions and refurbishments.
Their environment is close-knit, professional, and highly collaborative, blending creativity with technical excellence at every stage of design and delivery.
The Opportunity
Our client is seeking a Design and Projects Associate, a talented and motivated individual to join their design and build studio in a hybrid role that bridges architectural design, bespoke kitchens and interiors, furniture design, technical drawing, visualisation, and light project coordination.
This is a rare opportunity to be part of a truly integrated practice where your work will span concept design, technical detailing, client interaction, and active project delivery on bespoke, high-quality commissions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Produce detailed architectural and construction drawings using Revit and AutoCAD (essential).
* Design bespoke fitted and freestanding furniture across kitchens, wardrobes, media walls, and home offices using SketchUp (essential).
* Create visualisations and presentation material using Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign is desirable; training provided).
* Assist with kitchen layouts, room designs, and space planning using Winner software (desirable; training provided).
* Produce visual renderings using Lumion (desirable; training provided).
* Conduct accurate site surveys and translate measurements into technical drawings.
* Attend client meetings and project sites, representing the studio with professionalism.
* Support project administration including document management, schedules, and correspondence.
* Collaborate with in-house teams across joinery, kitchens, interiors, and construction to ensure seamless project progression.
* Gain exposure to contract documentation and project management processes (training provided).
Candidate Profile:
* Strong proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp (essential).
* Basic competency in Photoshop, Lightroom, and InDesign desirable (training provided).
* Exposure to or willingness to learn Winner and Lumion software (training provided).
* Strong technical drawing ability and an eye for creative design solutions.
* Ability to interpret and produce detailed construction and manufacturing documentation.
* Comfortable working independently and within a highly collaborative team environment.
* Professional and confident when client-facing.
* Clean UK driving licence (essential; some travel required).
* Non-smoker (studio policy).
* Enthusiastic, positive attitude, with strong attention to accuracy, detail, and project timelines.
Working Environment:
* Studio-based in Waverton, Chester, with local site visits as required.
* Family-style, close-knit professional culture.
* Full involvement from concept design to construction handover.
* Training and development opportunities across architecture, kitchens, joinery, and construction disciplines.
Package:
* Competitive salary based on skills and experience.
* Ongoing professional training and cross-discipline exposure.
* Opportunity to be part of bespoke, high-end projects combining creativity, design precision, and full project delivery.
Apply today with an up-to-date CV.
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