Interior Designer & Studio Manager

Freelance contract · Flexible hours by arrangement · London/Hybrid

Studio Kinmonth is seeking a knowledgeable and highly organised Interior Designer and Studio Manager to join its international creative practice. Our work spans interiors and architecture alongside exhibition, ballet, opera, costume and set design, as well as collaborations with leading international names in fashion and design. 

This is a varied and hands-on role for someone who enjoys creative collaboration but is equally prepared to take responsibility for the practical demands of running a busy London studio. You will work closely with the Creative Director and the studio’s lead designers, supporting the development and delivery of projects at the highest level. 

You should have excellent organisational instincts, strong technical drawing skills and the ability to anticipate what is needed and see it through. We are looking for someone dependable, resourceful and meticulous, with sound judgement, an easy manner and an abundance of common sense. 

Studio Management & Operations 
Oversee the smooth day-to-day running of the London studio Manage the studio’s materials, fabrics and FF&E library, ensuring samples are current, clearly organised and readily accessible Maintain strong and professional relationships with suppliers, makers and craftspeople Coordinate and manage deliveries, collections and incoming materials Oversee studio supplies and maintain an orderly, welcoming and well-stocked working environment Organise drawings, samples, images and project documentation Monitor project actions and follow matters through to completion Ensure that important details are addressed and nothing falls between the cracks.

Interior Design & Creative Support 
Work closely with the Creative Director and the lead designers across interior design projects Good working knowledge of Rhino, AutoCAD and Photoshop is a must Contribute to the development of concepts, material schemes and design presentations Produce and develop layouts, elevations and technical drawings Assist with sourcing and specifying fabrics, furniture, finishes and FF&E Liaise with suppliers, craftspeople, contractors and other project collaborators Support the Creative Director across his wider creative practice, including costume, set, exhibition and performance projects Respond flexibly to the changing practical and creative needs of a multidisciplinary studio.

Fabrics & Upholstery 
A passion for fabrics in all their forms and applications is central to this role. A key responsibility will be working closely with the studio’s lead designers on the development of upholstery and fabric schemes for a wide variety of projects. Studio Kinmonth creates its own fabrics and develops original, individually commissioned schemes, so the successful candidate should bring curiosity, imagination and a genuine enthusiasm for textiles, colour and craftsmanship. 

What We’re Looking For 
A confident design eye and a natural understanding of colour, materials and proportion An ability to manage several priorities while remaining calm and focused A proactive and practical approach, with the initiative to identify what needs doing Confidence working independently and collaboratively within a small team Reliability, discretion and a strong sense of personal responsibility A warm, positive disposition and an instinctively helpful manner A genuine interest in interiors, architecture, art, theatre, costume and design. 

Ours is an exhilarating, demanding and occasionally challenging studio. The right person will find this stimulating, rewarding and deeply gratifying. 

This is a freelance position with variable hours by arrangement. We envisage the role evolving over time, with flexibility around both working arrangements and hours.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and portfolio to mcva@kinmonth.com