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We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented Interior Designer with a passion for high-end residential interiors to join our collaborative team. The ideal candidate has a refined design sensibility, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to translate client visions into elevated, functional spaces. This position follows a hybrid work model: three days in-office and two days remote each week
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead projects from concept through completion, designing spaces that reflect WLI’s signature aesthetic while aligning with client goals and expectations.
• Manage all phases of the design process in close coordination with architects, builders, and contractors.
• Specify and procure all FF&E, including custom furniture.
• Produce detailed design drawings, including custom millwork, cabinetry, space plans, and renderings or sketches as needed
• Prepare comprehensive construction documents, finish schedules, and project timelines.
• Collaborate with the principal to shape and execute each project’s design vision.
• Provide creative direction and design leadership to the team, making informed decisions based on client goals and project criteria.
• Partner with the Director of Operations to manage project budgets and ensure resources and schedules remain on track.
• Conduct site surveys, take field measurements, lead site walkthroughs, and oversee final installation.
• Develop and lead client presentations, maintain proactive communication, and deliver exceptional client service throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay current on design trends, materials, and technologies to support thoughtful, forward-thinking design solutions.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in interior design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and Google Workspace
• Strong knowledge of furnishings, finishes, materials, and design detailing
• Understanding of construction methods and project documentation
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, adaptable, and motivated with excellent follow-through
• Ability to travel locally and nationally as needed
PREFERRED SKILLS
• Valid drivers license
• Experience with 3D rendering software
• Proficiency of Studio Designer
Wendy Labrum Interiors is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago. The team is led by Wendy Labrum, who opened her namesake firm in 2008. Her focus is on creating spaces that evoke a sense of timelessness by combining elements from various periods - a way of learning from the past with a view towards the future. Over the years, Wendy and her team have completed a number of comprehensive, large-scale projects in Chicagoland and select locations around the country. She has completed contemporary new construction and historical preservation projects, large and small-scale remodels, and redecoration. WLI’s work has been featured in publications such as Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, Homes & Gardens, Luxe Interiors, Milieu, Lonny, and Rue. Learn more at www.wendylabruminteriors.com.
