Kelly Wearstler is seeking talented, detail-oriented, and self-motivated FF&E Interior Designers at both the Mid and Senior levels to join our award-winning studio. Our projects span luxury hospitality, private residential estates, and high-end restaurants, and we’re looking for individuals who bring a refined aesthetic, strong technical skills, and an intuitive understanding of materiality and form.
These roles are ideal for passionate designers ready to contribute meaningfully to a highly creative, fast-paced environment where design excellence and innovation are paramount.
Key Responsibilities – All Levels
- Collaborate closely with internal teams, architects, contractors, artisans, and vendors to develop and execute exceptional designs.
- Source and specify materials, custom furnishings, finishes, and lighting.
- Create graphic and visual presentations, mood boards, and FF&E documentation.
- Support project timelines and maintain budget adherence.
- Participate in all phases of the design process including concept, schematic, design development, construction documentation, procurement, and installation.
- Assist in the creation of specification books, schedules, and support construction administration tasks including submittals, RFIs, ASIs / IDSKs, and consultant coordination.
Mid-Level Designer Requirements
4–8 years of experience in FF&E-focused interior design, with a strong portfolio in luxury residential and / or hospitality.Strong collaboration skills and ability to manage small projects or segments of large projects.Experience mentoring junior designers a plus.Salary range : $100K – $110K annually.Senior Designer Requirements
8–10 years of experience leading high-end FF&E design projects across hospitality and residential sectors.Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and oversee full project scopes.High-level project management skills and California construction administration experience preferred.Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.Salary range : $125K – $135K annually.Software Proficiency
AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Microsoft OfficeSketchUp, Revit, Rhino, and Enscape experience a plus