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).
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