Danielle Rose Design Co. | Danielle Rose Design Co. is seeking a highly skilled, creative, and collaborative Senior Interior Designer to join our growing studio. This is a senior-level, full-time position for a designer who thrives in high-end residential work, loves the details, and is excited to lead beautiful projects from early concept through installation.
This role is ideal for someone who is equal parts visionary and executor. You are confident leading clients, collaborating with contractors and vendors, mentoring junior designers, and navigating the realities of complex residential projects with grace, organization, and professionalism.
We are a boutique studio with high standards. Our team is deeply involved in every phase of the design process and takes pride in delivering thoughtful, layered homes that feel personal, elevated, and timeless.
You are a seasoned residential designer with a refined eye and a strong creative and technical foundation. You are highly organized, detail-driven, and able to manage multiple projects while maintaining a calm, confident presence.
You understand that great design lives in the details and that strong relationships with clients, trades, and teammates are just as important as beautiful spaces.
You are excited to grow within a boutique studio environment, contribute to studio standards and processes, and play an integral role in shaping both projects and team culture.
Leading full-scope, high-end residential projects from initial concept through installation and close-out
Developing layered, elevated design concepts including FF&E, finishes, lighting, custom furniture, and interior architectural details
Producing and overseeing technical documentation including floor plans, elevations, millwork drawings, and construction-level design intent
Preparing and presenting design concepts and selections to clients with clarity, confidence, and the ability to articulate the “why” behind every decision
Serving as the primary design point of contact for clients, contractors, vendors, and consultants throughout the life of the project
Partnering closely with Operations on budgets, timelines, proposals, and procurement (Use of Studio Designer.)
Coordinating site visits, surveys, installations, and styling days to ensure designs are executed as intended
Mentoring and supporting associate designers, offering guidance on design development, documentation, and DRDC processes
Maintaining exceptional client care, professionalism, and communication on long-term, multi-phase projects
Have 5+ years of high-end residential design experience, with at least 2+ years in a senior or lead role
Have proven experience managing full-service projects from vision through installation
Are highly proficient in AutoCAD and construction documentation, including detailing and millwork
Have experience with Studio Designer, or are comfortable learning and using it daily
Are process-driven, deadline-conscious, and financially aware of project costs and budgets
Have a passion for design, materials, craftsmanship, and creating homes that feel deeply personal
Are comfortable and have the ability to travel locally across Long Island and the tri-state area for site visits and installs
Creative & Project Leadership
Collaborate with the Principal Designer to lead creative vision and conceptual development
Inspire the design team with strong ideas, thoughtful solutions, and a refined point of view
Ensure all design documentation, specifications, and selections are accurate and up to date
Anticipate project risks and proactively bring solutions and recommendations to the table
Balance creative excellence with practical execution across multiple active projects
Leadership & Studio Culture
Uphold and contribute to DRDC’s design standards, processes, and studio values
Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to help elevate the entire design team
A beautiful, brand-new studio designed to inspire creativity every day
High-touch projects with incredible clients and trusted creative partners
A culture rooted in professionalism, warmth, and lots of laughter
Plenty of industry events, design opportunities … and a big appreciation for iced lattes any time of year!
Full-time, senior-level position
Hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days per week in-office
If this sounds like you, please submit your application and portfolio in the external link. We will be reviewing applications as received and will follow-up as we move further into the hiring process.
Thank you so much for your interest in Danielle Rose Design Co. Danielle Rose Design Co. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on skills, experience, and potential regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
