John Ferguson Interiors is seeking a full-time Senior Interior Designer to join our growing New York-based studio. This leadership role is for an exceptional designer with outstanding creative vision, technical expertise, and project management skills.
Working closely with the Principal, you'll lead high-end residential projects from concept through installation, collaborating with clients, architects, contractors, artisans, and consultants to create thoughtfully designed, highly personalized homes. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants to play a meaningful role in the growth of an ambitious boutique design studio.
Design Leadership
Lead high-end residential projects from concept through installation.
Develop furniture plans, finish palettes, lighting plans, custom millwork, and decorative schemes.
Source furniture, lighting, textiles, antiques, art, and accessories.
Prepare and present design concepts and client presentations.
Collaborate closely with the Principal to maintain the studio's design vision and standards.
Project Management
Manage multiple residential projects simultaneously.
Coordinate with architects, contractors, consultants, and fabricators throughout each project.
Prepare and oversee construction documentation and drawing sets.
Review shop drawings, finish samples, and custom fabrication details.
Conduct regular site visits to ensure design intent is executed.
Develop project schedules and monitor budgets.
Work closely with the Procurement & Operations Manager to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
Studio Leadership
Mentor and support junior designers.
Maintain studio standards for drawings, presentations, specifications, and project organization.
Help refine studio systems and design processes.
Foster a collaborative, positive, and detail-oriented studio culture.
Minimum of 7 years of experience in high-end residential interior design.
Experience working in New York City's luxury residential interior design industry is required.
Experience at an AD100 or similarly recognized design studio is strongly preferred.
Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or a related field.
Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD is required.
Strong working knowledge of SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite.
Proficiency with Studio Designer is preferred.
Excellent understanding of construction documentation, custom millwork, architectural detailing, and project coordination.
Strong knowledge of furniture, lighting, textiles, decorative finishes, antiques, and art.
Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Established relationships with New York vendors, workrooms, artisans, and contractors are a significant advantage.
John Ferguson Interiors is a New York-based interior design studio specializing in sophisticated, highly personalized residential interiors. Our work combines thoughtful architecture, exceptional craftsmanship, and carefully curated furnishings to create homes that feel timeless, layered, and deeply personal.
As a growing studio, we believe exceptional design is the result of thoughtful collaboration, meticulous execution, and genuine relationships with our clients, artisans, and project partners. Every member of our team plays an important role in the continued success and growth of the studio.
Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience
Annual performance bonus
Health insurance contribution
Paid vacation and holidays
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative, supportive studio culture
Opportunity for long-term growth within a growing design studio
To Apply
Please submit your resume, portfolio, and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you're interested in joining John Ferguson Interiors.
