Design Director Role Summary
An award-winning interiors studio is seeking a Design Director to head up its growing hospitality division. Known for beautifully crafted, narrative-rich spaces, the studio has exciting hotel and lifestyle projects in the UK and overseas. This is a pivotal leadership role for someone with vision, energy, and hospitality experience to shape and grow a dynamic new team.
What’s the role?
As Design Director, you’ll drive creative direction and lead a brand-new hospitality team. You’ll mentor designers, oversee high-profile projects from pitch to delivery, and collaborate closely with senior leadership to shape the future of this expanding division. This role requires strong leadership, design insight, and hospitality know-how to deliver standout international projects.
Who are they looking for?
The ideal candidate will have a proven background in hospitality interiors with an architectural edge. You’re confident leading teams, managing clients, and rolling out design processes. A strong eye for detail, hands-on Revit skills, and a calm, collaborative leadership style are essential.
- Proven experience in hospitality interiors – hotels, F&B, and lifestyle projects
- Confident presenting to clients and leading project teams
- Hands-on Revit knowledge to help establish workflows and support rollout
- Willingness to travel internationally as required
- Collaborative, grounded, and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced studio
Perks & Benefits
- Annual bonus scheme
- Health insurance and wellness initiatives
- Flexible working options
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Supportive, down-to-earth team culture
Sound like you?
If you’re a hospitality design expert with creative flair, leadership instincts, and a proven track record, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to take on a career-defining role as Design Director in one of London’s most exciting interiors studios.