Interior Designer

Job Description Description: Project Luong Architects is seeking a talented and design-driven Interior Designer to help shape thoughtful, elevated environments within our civic, community, recreation, hospitality, and mixed-use projects.This role is ideal for someone with a strong eye for aesthetics and composition who also understands the technical realities of construction, detailing, material performance, and furniture coordination. We are looking for a designer who excels at concept development but can also move fluidly between concept development and technical execution — someone who cares equally about atmosphere, functionality, proportion, and the way spaces are ultimately experienced by people.The ideal candidate is creative, highly organized, visually sophisticated, and capable of contributing meaningfully throughout all phases of design and documentation.What You'll DoDevelop interior design concepts, palettes, material selections, and spatial experiences aligned with overall project visionContribute actively to project design direction and creative problem solving throughout all phases of workProduce interior architecture and design documentation including plans, elevations, finish schedules, and detailingSupport coordination and consistency across drawing sets, specifications, and project documentationCoordinate interior scope with architectural teams, consultants, vendors, and manufacturersResearch and specify interior finishes, furnishings, fixtures, lighting, and materialsAssist in furniture selection, layout planning, procurement coordination, and installation oversightPrepare presentation materials, renderings, mood boards, and client-facing graphics, and physical material boardsContribute to design discussions for the entirety of the project related to proportion, scale, materiality, lighting, and user experience.Coordinate technical material specifications and ensure selections align with project budgets, durability, and constructability requirementsLead interior-focused projects or project scopes with minimal oversight from senior staffSupport construction administration efforts including submittal review, finish verification, and field coordinationParticipate in client meetings, vendor coordination, and project presentationsMaintain organization and consistency across project documentation and design deliverablesCompensation & BenefitsProject Luong Architects offers competitive compensation and a benefits package that supports both professional growth and personal well-being, including:· Salary - $65k to $85kBenefits include...· Company contributed Medical/Dental/Vision (Company pays 80% of premiums for employees)· Employee paid Life/AD&D, Short-term and Long-term Disability· Company matched 401K plan· 3 weeks of Paid Time Off· 10 Company paid Holidays plus 2 days of Floating Holidays· Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave (8 weeks)· Annual Profit Sharing· Flexible Hours· Hybrid Weekly Work Schedule· Flexible Location Program (July or December)· MWBE Firm with Employee Diversity· Professional Development Opportunities· Professional Organization Memberships + Networking Events· Breakfast every Tuesday· Employee Social Activities and Teambuilding· Exercise Facility on site (complimentary membership)· Voted "2023 and 2024 Best Places to Work: Small" by Houston Business JournalWe believe in investing in our people and creating an environment where talented professionals can build meaningful, long-term careers.At Project Luong Architects, Interior Designers play a critical role in shaping the experience, identity, and atmosphere of the spaces we create from early concept through substantial completion.Requirements: What We're Looking For5–8 years of professional experience in interior design and architectureProfessional degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related fieldUnderstanding of hospitality, civic, and community sectors, with experience in hotels and/or community centers.Strong creative skills for development of interior designs. Interest in architectural design is a plus.Strong understanding of interior detailing, finish applications, furniture systems, and material specificationsProficiency in Revit (this is a must!), Adobe Creative Suite or Photoshop/Gimp (image editing software), and Microsoft Office Suite. Sketchup and Enscape proficiency is a plus.Experience preparing finish palettes, FF&E budgets, FF&E selections and specification packages, and presentation materialsKnowledge of furniture vendors, specifications, and coordination processes preferredStrong graphic communication and oral presentation skillsAbility to balance creativity with technical coordination and documentation accuracyNCIDQ certification or active pursuit of licensure preferredExperience with 3D modeling, rendering, and visualization tools preferredInterest in professional organizations, industry engagement, and continued professional growthCharacteristics of SuccessPossesses a strong eye for composition, proportion, texture, and colorThinks holistically about how spaces feel and functionBalances creativity with technical precisionCommunicates ideas clearly both visually and verballyTakes initiative and ownership of workHandles feedback professionally and collaborates effectively with teamsMaintains attention to detail across both design and documentationShows willingness to cross train and fill in where help is neededParticipates actively in mentorship, studio culture, and collaborative team engagementShows curiosity about business development, client relationships, and long-term project successStays curious about materials, furnishings, trends, and evolving design practicesWhy Project Luong ArchitectsWe are a collaborative, architecture-led practice focused on creating meaningful civic and community-centered spaces. Our work spans recreation, community, hospitality, and public projects throughout Texas and beyond.We believe successful projects come from strong relationships, thoughtful leadership, and teams that care deeply about both design and execution. We are committed to mentorship, professional growth, and creating an environment where people can take ownership of their work while continuing to develop their skills and leadership.