Luminaire Interior Architect

Combine your passion for design with your exceptional selling skills and take charge of your future. Utilize your talent, remarkable interpersonal skills and keen eye for detail to present our philosophy of design. About Luminaire Luminaire has been a pioneering force in the design world for over 40 years, during which time it has reshaped the idea of what a design store can be. It is an interactive design research center, a playground for the soul, an esplanade for discovery. More than anything else, however, it is a resource focused on creating environments that affect people's lives. The component parts of this unifying philosophy - the necessity of design education, the desire for limitless inspiration and the requirement for impeccably detailed execution - affect every item in our collection, and reflect our dedication to make good design accessible to all. With locations in the Miami's Design District/FL, Coral Gables/FL, Los Angeles/CA, San Francisco/CA, Menlo Park/CA, Chicago, IL. The role The role develops architectural plans to be used in the facilitation of design, sales, and client satisfaction. Duties and responsabilities Develops space plans; provides design concepts to meet architectural and interior design solutions. Develops preliminary drawings for complete projects including but not limited to floor plans, elevations, and sections, and selected ceiling plans. Recommends selection of colors, materials, furnishings, lighting, and accessories. Provides technical drawings for Sales Associates to complete orders. Develops finish schedules and prepares color books that are accurately coordinated with those schedules and construction drawings. Coordinates design and implementation of existing floor plan. Prepares specifications and vision drawings for furniture placement at client site Responsible to ensure accuracy of measurements for Sales Associate. Verifies and draws existing building and interior space plans, using site field measurements if applicable. Understands future trends in home/building design and interiors industry and develops designs based on these trends. Coordinates with general and sub-contractors while maintaining thorough and accurate communication and project documentation from project inception to completion. Is responsible for all internal design-related communication. Performs other related duties as assigned by management. Qualifications and experience Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field 3-4 years of experience in job offered or related Working knowledge of space planning and budgeting Expert in trends, construction methods, finishes, and furniture specifications as well as project administration Strong graphic and visualization skills, be capable of using 2D/3D software, including AutoCAD, Sketch-up, Photoshop, Illustrator, and PowerPoint. Expertise with European furniture systems included but not limited to wardrobe systems, kitchen & bathroom, and all wall-related systems Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Weekend availability Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Work Locations: Menlo Park/CA, San Francisco/CA, Coral Gables/FL