
Design Director - Workplace
Baskervill
The Role
Overview
Lead interior design practice, set creative direction, mentor team, and grow client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- design direction
- integrated collaboration
- client relations
- design leadership
- team mentoring
- business development
Tasks
-Design Excellence - You’ll lead the creative direction of interior projects—whether standalone or integrated—pushing boundaries in our craft and sophistication. You’ll ensure every detail aligns with our vision and oversee projects from concept through execution, ensuring that creative ideas are innovative, impactful, and aligned with the firm’s high standards -Integrated Collaboration – Collaborate with other market segments within the firm, including practice area/subject matter experts, client relationship leaders, and other global leaders to develop truly interdisciplinary solutions across our market segments -Client Relationships - As a strategic partner and design advocate, you’ll build trust with clients from day one and position our studio as a go-to for bold, values-driven design -Leadership & Strategy - Provide visionary design leadership for the team, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Develop and implement strategic design initiatives that align with client goals and business objectives -Studio Culture - You’ll shape an inclusive, creative studio environment where ideas thrive. You’ll recruit, mentor, and grow the next generation of design leaders -Business Development - You’ll help lead pursuits, craft narratives, and represent the studio in interviews and market-facing efforts
Requirements
- revit
- adobe
- enscape
- 15+ years
- bachelors
- team management
What You Bring
-Strong understanding of design principles, user experience, and project management methodologies -Direct experience in coordinating consultants, including Lighting, Acoustics, AV, MEPFP and Structural -Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to articulate design concepts and decisions effectively to clients and teams -The willingness to travel, as there will be occasional travel to projects -Experience in Revit, Adobe Suite, and Enscape -Proven track record of delivering successful, innovative design outcomes that have had a significant impact on client satisfaction and business growth -15+ years of professional architecture or interior design experience across a range of project types, ideally experience in Workplace, Mixed-Use, Hospitality, Education, Healthcare, Civic, or others -Bachelors or Masters degree from an NAAB-accredited institution -Experience leading, managing and mentoring multiple project teams -Excellent communication skills, fostering a culture of mentorship and apprenticeship within the team,
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Benefits
-Volunteerism opportunities and support -Medical, dental, and vision insurance -Paid holiday time -Flex/remote work -Flex spending account -Competitive salary commensurate with experience and skills -Paid parental leave -Professional licensure -401K match -Paid floating holiday -Short- and long-term disability -Paid personal time
The Company
About Baskervill
-Collaborative studio focused on delivering thoughtful, customized design solutions. -Creates spaces that combine form, function, and human connection. -I.P.Involves work across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors. -Specializes in flexible, sustainable spaces that adapt to changing needs. -Known for design philosophy blending aesthetic beauty with practical function. -Work impacts communities by enhancing built environments and fostering connection.
Sector Specialisms
Hospitality
Education
Cultural Spaces
Healthcare
Manufacturing & Logistics
Workspace
Banking
