We are seeking a Junior Interior Designer to join our in-house design team on-site at our Tribeca showroom. This individual will work closely with our senior designers and the broader interior design team on residential and hospitality projects, ranging from local work to projects further out of state. The ideal candidate is early in their career, eager to learn, and passionate about high-end residential design.
Powered by the strength and success of the retail brand, all projects are designed, detailed, and ultimately procured in-house, providing an unparalleled service experience. Our strength in furniture, decor, construction, and manufacturing, coupled with solution-driven design, creates spaces that reflect the spirit and lifestyle of our clients in a timeless, luxurious way.

This is a full-time, New York City based role. You will work out of our Tribeca showroom and travel to client homes alongside senior designers to support design meetings and installations.
This role sits at Level I on our interior design track, with a defined path to Intermediate Interior Designer (Level II) and Interior Designer (Level III) as you take on more independent project ownership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Execute design tasks under the direction of senior designers, including CAD, SketchUp, and CGI updates, sourcing, and presentation development.
Develop floor plans, presentation boards, and renderings.
Document FF&E and finishes for full-service design clients.
Support the sourcing of furniture, decor, materials, and finishes within client budgets.
Work cross-functionally with the Project Management team to assist in purchasing furniture items based on client requests, and coordinate the send-out of fabric and finish samples to clients as needed.
Work with external consultants and manufacturers to gather product information as needed.
Travel to client homes with senior designers to support design meetings, client presentations, and installations.
Learn and consistently apply Kathy Kuo Home design standards and workflows across every project.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design (licensed and unlicensed candidates welcome).
0 to 2 years of professional interior design experience. Internship and studio coursework experience counts.
Required skills: AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Photoshop and Adobe InDesign
Previous design firm experience is a plus.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple deadlines across projects.
Must be passionate about interior design, furniture, decor, and architecture.
New York City based and able to work New York (EST) business hours, with the ability to travel to client homes as needed.

At Kathy Kuo Home, we believe everyone deserves to love where they live, and that starts with the people who help us bring beautiful, livable spaces to life. Founded by RISD-trained designer and entrepreneur Kathy Kuo, we are a design-first home furnishings brand combining timeless aesthetics, thoughtful curation, and a deep commitment to service.
From our Tribeca showroom to our fully owned logistics center in High Point, NC, we are a dynamic, growing team passionate about design, craftsmanship, and creating a seamless client experience. We work with a trusted global network of artisans and makers, and we are proud to support our clients, interior designers, and trade partners in bringing layered, meaningful spaces to life.

As part of our team, you will enjoy:
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
PTO and mental health days to support your well-being.
An employee purchasing program to help you create your own beautiful space.
A collaborative, design-driven culture where your voice and creativity matter.
If you are passionate about design and believe in creating spaces that inspire and nurture, Kathy Kuo Home is the place to grow your career while helping others live beautifully.

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