Interior Designer at Vivabella Designs

Vivabella Designs is an International Property Award Winning Luxury Interior Design Studio based in Lagos, Nigeria with special skills in designing and executing High End Bespoke Residential Projects. We design and masterfully craft modern-contemporary furniture pieces in harmony with our interior designs, with a blend of high quality materials, realizing your dreams & vision for your dwellings. Each of our Projects are Personal & Different, presenting us with the opportunity to share our love for Organic Forms, Nature, Texture & Colors.

We draw Inspiration from very simple elements found in Mother Nature, Sculptural Art, Fashion, the interior architecture of each space and even Home Textiles. Our Ethos are Clean Lines, Comfortable & Easy Living using only the best local & international ethically sourced raw & finished materials from all around the globe.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Interior Designer

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Undertaking design project from concept to completion
• Defining project requirements and schedule during the “brief”
• Interpreting and translating customer needs into rough plans
• Visiting job sites to analyze space availability, design needs, and the purpose of the space.
• Attending client meetings to understand the design needs and client preferences regarding interior styles and colors.
• Creating initial design sketches, color themes, and ideas based on client requirements and space availability.
• Research and decide on materials and product sourcing.
• Create 'mood boards' to sample design vision. Produce “sample” and “mood products.”
• Supervise work progress.
• Work closely with designers, decorators, architects, and constructors
• Hiring or following up with contractors and vendors to implement design ideas, such as Carpenters, Painters, Plumbers, Electricians, and Artists
• Overseeing the buying process of all raw materials and items required to complete the project.
• Arranging client visits and keeping everyone involved in the project appraised of its progress.
• Ensuring project completion within the allocated budget and timeline
• Inspect design after completion to determine whether client goals have been met.
• Research and follow industry changes, evolutions, and best practices.

Requirements
Education:

• A Post-graduate / Master's Degree in Interior Design or related field.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Experience:

• 6 - 7 years of relevant working experience
• Project management experience.
• Familiarity with Interior Design business principles
• Proven working experience in decorating interior spaces (consultations, renovations, space planning and new constructions)
• Expertise in layout, colour, lighting, materials selection, custom furniture, and all installations.

Competencies:

• A creative eye and attention to detail
• Basic color understanding
• Spatial awareness & Space planning
• Excellent planning skills
• Sketching ability and computer knowledge
• Superior communication
• Leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills.
• Organizational skills
• Time management
• Problem-solving skills.
• Decision-making skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Adaptability
• Risk analysis.

Application Closing Date
26th April, 2024.