Chused & Co. is seeking a Senior Designer to lead residential projects from concept through installation. This role sits at the intersection of interior design and interior architecture.You think fluently in both plan and elevation, understand how things are built, and have the technical skill to draw them precisely. You have a cultivated point of view and an exceptional eye for proportion, material, and detail. You communicate clearly, collaborate easily, and take full ownership of a project from start to finish. The Senior Designer will work closely with the Principal and a Junior Designer. The ideal candidate has a highly developed eye, strong creative instincts, and a design sensibility that aligns with the layered, collected, and distinctive aesthetic of Chused & Co.

To apply, please send your resume and portfolio to charlotte@chusedandco.com

Responsibilities

Design & technical execution

Lead high-end residential projects through every phase — concept, schematic design, design development, documentation, procurement, and installation
Own the drawing set. Produce plans, RCPs, elevations, sections, and construction documentation
Draw and detail custom millwork, cabinetry, and built-ins
Translate the Principal's concepts into buildable solutions
Source materials, finishes, hardware, lighting, and furnishings, and maintain the specifications behind them

Project management

Set and hold scope, budgets, and schedules from kickoff through punch list
Serve as day-to-day point of contact for architects, contractors, consultants, fabricators, and vendors
Review shop drawings, submittals, and samples against design intent
Run site meetings, document conditions, and communicate design intent to clients and trades
Oversee procurement in Studio Designer
Coordinate installation logistics and deliveries, and lead the install and final styling on site

Collaboration

Work directly with the Principal on creative direction, detailing, and material development
Delegate drafting, sourcing, and presentation work to a junior designer, and review it before it leaves the studio
Mentor the junior designer on drawing standards, construction knowledge, and vendor relationships

Requirements

7+ years in high-end residential interior design or interior architecture
Portfolio of built work you led from concept through installation
Advanced AutoCAD; clean, unsupervised construction documentation
Proficient in SketchUp, Adobe, and Studio Designer
Deep knowledge of residential construction, millwork, and detailing
Experience coordinating architects, builders, and vendors on custom work
Able to manage multiple projects without losing the details
New York–based, in-studio

Founded by Jenna Chused, Chused & Co. is a Brooklyn-based interior design studio celebrated for its richly layered, timeless interiors that marry classical detail with modern sensibility. The firm works on high-end residential and boutique commercial projects across the U.S., with a focus on craftsmanship, authenticity, and the thoughtful mix of old and new.

www.chusedandco.com