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Senior FF&E Designer (Hospitality Interiors)
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Senior FF&E Designer
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior FF&E Designer to join a respected London-based interiors consultancy focused on prestigious international hospitality and high-end residential projects.
The ideal candidate should have:
- At least eight years of relevant experience in hospitality, restaurants, or luxury residential design
- A proven ability to:
- Lead small-to-medium projects or
- Contribute effectively to larger, complex schemes within multidisciplinary teams
Key Responsibilities
Design Leadership & Concept Development
- Develop design concepts, including FF&E sourcing & specification, for:
- Hotels
- Restaurants
- Luxury residences
- Help define:
- Overall design narratives
- Material palettes
- Project vision
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Presentation & Documentation
- Produce presentation materials, including:
- Mood boards
- Design schemes
- Sample boards for:
- Finishes
- Fabrics
- Furniture
- Accessories
Technical & Project Coordination
- Draft detailed FF&E specifications and documentation
- Design bespoke furniture
- Produce technical drawings where applicable
- Support cost management through:
- Budget development
- Value engineering
- Quantity assessments
- Oversee:
- Samples
- Shop drawing reviews
- Manufacturing monitoring
- Ensure alignment of FF&E deliverables within broader design packages
Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration
- Maintain regular engagement with:
- Clients
- Consultants
- Suppliers
- Contractors
- Attend:
- Site meetings
- Presentations
- Occasionally travel internationally for project support
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Industry & Talent Development
- Stay current with industry trends
- Mentor junior team members
Required Proficiencies
Technical Skills
- Essential software:
- AutoCAD
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Spec Sources
- Spec Designer
Soft Skills
- Exceptional communication, organisation, and time management
- Proactive, inquisitive approach
Benefits
Following probation, the role offers:
- Two days working from home per week
To explore this opportunity further, please apply with your:
- CV
- Portfolio
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