Retail Design Architect
Visual Comfort & Co.
Design and draft retail store renovations and new builds using AutoCAD and 3D tools.
10 days ago ago
$90,000 - $100,000
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,014 Employees
Service Specialisms
Lighting Design
Product Design
Custom Manufacturing
Interior Design
Sourcing
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Architectural
Decorative
Lighting Design
Ceiling Fans
Role
What you would be doing
autocad drafting
3d modeling
site surveys
drawing review
library database
storefront design
- Assist with site visits to review millwork and architectural details for design compliance.
- Assist with developing standards guidelines in Indesign/Illustrator with the marketing team.
- Review and redline construction drawings for design compliance with DD set.
- Performs and documents site surveys across the US and Canada.
- Maintain a customer-service oriented mindset, ensuring that all internal partners and stakeholders are represented in the Showroom Development process.
- Review and redline external millwork shop drawings for design compliance.
- Drafts all design development drawings in AutoCAD for internal DD sets.
- Assist with creating and updating material and prototype library database.
- Assist with site visits to construction sites for design compliance.
- Create and update internal architectural and millwork drawings to represent the brand’s evolving design.
- Create 3D models and interior and exterior renderings of all projects
- Creates survey packages of proposed locations in AutoCad.
- Create RCPs, interior elevations, exterior elevations, and floor plans in AutoCAD.
- Assist with creating design layouts and storefront designs.
What you bring
autocad
sketchup
vray
photoshop
bluebeam
b.arch
- Travel required (30%)
- Superior organization, planning, and prioritization skills.
- Possess a keen eye for architectural and millwork details.
- Required software knowledge in AutoCAD, Sketch Up, Vray, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Preferred software knowledge in Smartsheet, Procore.
- Prior experience in luxury retail architecture is preferred.
- Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a dynamic, team environment that spans several businesses and several locations.
- Excellent negotiating and judgement skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of management.
- Possess a general working knowledge of the ADA code, and construction codes & methodology
- Ability to maintain a professional demeanor at all times
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required
- 3-5 years of experience drafting construction drawings, construction detail development, and millwork details in an architectural firm or retail company.
- Possess a thorough understanding of architecture and construction processes.
- Ability to read and comprehend all Construction drawings, details, and plan notes including MEP drawings.
- Ability to work independently as well as be an effective team player
- 401(k) Employer Match
- Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Generous Vacation and Paid Time Off Programs
- Company provided Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
- Team Member discounts on Visual Comfort Products
- Competitive compensation plan
- Closed on all major holidays
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1987
Year Established
The company was established in 1987, marking the beginning of its legacy in the lighting industry.
2017 Merger
Circa Lighting
The company merged with Circa Lighting in 2017, expanding its product offerings and market reach.
2023 Unification
Unified Brands
By 2023, the company had successfully unified its brands under one name, streamlining operations and brand identity.
- Began as a boutique lighting maker blending craftsmanship with artistic flair.
- Partnerships with high-profile designers including Kelly Wearstler, Ralph Lauren, and Aerin.
- Headquartered in Houston with showrooms across the US and UK, serving residential and commercial markets.
- Privately held and backed by private equity.
- Product portfolio includes decorative and architectural fixtures, ceiling fans, outdoor lighting, and custom collections.
- Unique collaborations feature Marie Flanigan’s textured lanterns and Paloma Contreras’s antique-inspired collection.
- Teamwork
- Quality
- Integrity
- Results
- Innovation
- Maintains a cross-functional ESG team led by the COO, covering climate impacts, responsible sourcing, and human rights.
- Requires all suppliers to sign and comply with the Supplier Quality Manual and Code of Conduct based on SA8000 and international human rights standards.
- Partners with Assent, Inc. for supplier risk assessments on forced and child labor, with annual audits; no major non-compliances identified.
- Commits to audit largest suppliers yearly and remediate any ESG issues, including terminating relationships if unresolved.
- No public DEI strategy or gender diversity statistics available.
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