Freelance architect/middle-weight interior designer

Dezeen Limited; Bath; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Job description

Chapter Interiors is seeking a freelance architect/middle-weight interior designer to join its team in Bath, UK.

Chapter is seeking a highly motivated and creative individual to join our Bath studio. This role is ideal for someone with three to five years’ of professional experience in high-end residential design who is looking to expand their knowledge and grow within a collaborative and design-led practice.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong conceptual thinking, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for creating exceptional spaces. A developing knowledge of interiors, architectural joinery, furniture design and specification, and construction methodologies is essential. Experience working within heritage and listed buildings is highly desirable.

Qualifications:

• ARB registered architect, or
• bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or interior design
• eligible to work in the UK

Role and Responsibilities:

• Prepare design presentation material that communicates architectural and interior concepts clearly and effectively.
• Support senior team members on multiple concurrent projects, with increasing responsibility for leading packages or coordinating small to mid-scale projects.
• Develop technical drawings and construction details for interiors and bespoke joinery.
• Manage time effectively to meet project deadlines, with awareness of shifting priorities.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure design intent is maintained.
• Assist with sourcing FF&E and preparing specifications, mood boards, and finishes schedules.
• Support site delivery phases, attending site meetings and responding to RFIs and contractor queries.
• Contribute to the practice’s material library, sustainability resources, and knowledge sharing.

Attributes:

• Strong spatial and conceptual design skills.
• Strategic thinker with a curious and proactive approach to problem solving.
• Confident communicator in design reviews and collaborative environments.
• Strong organisational and file management skills, with attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within a multidisciplinary design team.
• Positive, collaborative attitude with the ability to work independently when required.
• Interest in sustainable design practices and materials innovation.

Knowledge:

• RIBA Plan of Work and stage-specific deliverables.
• Construction methodology, including detailed joinery, interior fit-out, and finishes.
• Knowledge and/or experience with UK Building Regulations and Planning process.
• Understanding of materials, finishes, and sourcing (incl. cost awareness).
• Developing knowledge of sustainable building practices, certifications (e.g., BREEAM, WELL), and circular design principles.
• Experience navigating heritage and conservation constraints.

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively through drawings, presentations, and written reports.
• Strong CAD drafting skills and 3D visualisation.
• Excellent sketching and hand-drawing ability.
• Competence in physical model making and 3D printing.
• Ability to adapt and learn new tools or workflows quickly.
• Strong coordination and documentation skills.

Software:

• Microstation (2D drafting).
• Rhino 3D (modelling).
• Prusa Slicer (3D printing prep).
• Twinmotion (visualisation).
• Adobe InDesign (presentations).
• Microsoft Excel (scheduling and budgeting).

www.chapterinteriors.co.uk