Project Interior Designer/Architect

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UNStudio in Amsterdam seeks a Project Interior Designer/Architect for a year contract starting March 2026. The role covers interior design from concept to construction, manages all phases, produces 3D visuals and mood boards, and coordinates with project architects and clients to realize the design intent. Requirements include 5-8 years’ experience in interior design with hospitality, residential or workspace focus, proficiency in Rhino, Revit and Adobe CC, strong 3D modeling, and fluent English. Strengthen your application with a portfolio showing end-to-end delivery on culture hospitality or mixed-use projects, with clear storytelling from concept through construction and evidence of collaboration and budgeting. In your cover letter, explain why UNS and this international design-forward team excite you and confirm you can start March 2026.

With over 450 employees in seven global offices – from Amsterdam to Austin, Hong Kong to Dubai – UNS is more than an architecture firm. We’re a collective of thinkers, problem solvers, and creative minds working across disciplines to shape a better world. Whether it’s cities or airports, bridges or brands, we design solutions that address real societal challenges.

As an Project Interior Designer/Architect at UNS, you will independently create and elaborate on interior designs. You will manage all aspects of interior projects, from concept creation to project delivery, ensuring high-quality results that meet client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently develop, document and implement innovative interior designs/space planning for various projects.

• Create design presentations, mood boards, and material boards defining the look and feel of design concepts, solutions to clients

• Prepare design specifications and coordinate with project architects and project managers to ensure project completion in compliance with design intent.

• Sketch preliminary designs and produce visualizations from 3D models that reflect the proposed interior design, and FF&E selection.

• Advise on color schemes, materials, furniture, and decorations to ensure their vision is realized.

• Engage with internal, external design team and potentially clients to discuss and define project requirements and specifications.

• Perform supporting activities for other interior designers as needed.

• Request prices and order necessary material samples to support design concepts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in interior design, architecture, or relevant field

• 5-8 years’ work-experience as an Interior Designer.

• Experience in hospitality, residential interior design or workspace design, space planning and fit out.

• Experience in cultural, mixed-use projects, high-end retail is an advantage.

• Experience in sourcing and specifying finishes and FF&E

• Knowledgeable in materials, finishes, millwork design, FF&E, and OS&E

• Expertise in Rhino, Adobe Creative Cloud and Revit; knowledge of Enscape and AutoCAD is preferred

• 3d Modeling experience in Rhinoceros is required (will 3d visualization abilities favorable)

• Experience with all project phases (Concept through Construction Administration), including built work is preferred

• Experience in preparing quotations and contributing to acquiring new orders is an advantage.

• Fluent English communication skills

• Strong aesthetic sensibilities and design skills with the experience and ability to develop and implement a design concept from preliminary 3D studies through to construction documentation and detailing

• Proactive and self-motivated, with an innate commitment to interior design

• Good team player with the ability to organize both own work and others, clearly communicate with Project Leaders, and coach/motivate team members

Contract

• Duration of the contract 1 year.

• Preferred starting date: March 2026

Why join UNS?

Joining UNS means becoming part of a vibrant and ambitious team in the heart of Amsterdam, one of the world's most beautiful cities. Here’s what we offer:

• Opportunities to work on high-profile, challenging global projects.

• A creative, professional, and academic working environment.

• A young, international team comprising over 30 nationalities.

• A culture of design through discovery and continuous learning.

• Significant creative freedom and a clear growth path.

• A dedicated learning budget to support your professional development.

• Legendary Summer and Winter Events.

• 30 annual holidays plus a holiday allowance on top of your salary.

At UNS, we believe in nurturing talent and providing the platform for our team to excel. If you're ready to make a difference and drive impactful design projects, we want to hear from you!