OVERVIEW
We are seeking an experienced Senior Interior Designer to join our in-house design team on-site at our Tribeca showroom. As Lead Designer on projects, you will be empowered to steer the creative direction, sourcing, and overall design vision, supported by our talented internal team. Our internal team supports asset creation and handles procurement, logistical coordination, installation, and general after-sales support. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-end residential and commercial design across varying budgets, as well as experience managing projects and teams. This is a full-time, New York City based role. You will work out of our Tribeca showroom and travel to client homes for design meetings, walkthroughs, and installations. Our projects are a combination of in-person and virtual design meetings as each project requires.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the creative direction and design concepts for projects, developing inspiration boards, space planning, FF&E, schematic design, construction documents, presentations, and renderings.
Serve as the main point of contact for high-value clients, leading design projects from conception through installation.
Oversee the sourcing of materials and furnishings within the client budget.
Manage timelines and deliverables, ensuring projects meet client expectations and standards of excellence.
Maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
Partner with the Project Management team on procurement, fabric and finish samples, and vendor coordination.
Travel to client homes and job sites for design meetings, walkthroughs, and installations.
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and associate designers through collaborative client engagements.

QUALIFICATIONS
7+ years of experience in interior design, with proven experience leading high-quality residential or commercial design projects.
B.A. or B.S. in Interior Design or a related field.
New York City based, with the ability to travel to client homes and project sites as needed.
Highly proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Highly proficient in AutoCAD and/or SketchUp.
Rendering capabilities in SketchUp required; experience in furniture modeling is a plus.
Extraordinary verbal and visual communication skills around functional and emotional design solutions.
Established sourcing network and knowledge of industry suppliers.
Strong communication and project management skills.
Experience managing design teams or collaborating with support staff.

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.

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