FF&E Design Jobs

15/05/2026

Check out our latest blog post - Top Homeware Designers and Brands for 2026. Interior design trends for this year are currently in the spotlight, with Google searches for ‘burl wood furniture’ soaring by more than 5000% in the past month alone! It’s a sign of the changing homewares sector. The French home decor market alone is worth about 25 billion euros a year.

Consumers are increasingly looking for quality pieces that combine craftsmanship with contemporary aesthetics. Our latest blog looks at what will define the leading homeware brands in 2026 and features the top designers driving the industry. It also explores the latest interior design trends shaping the collections with practical tips to pick statement pieces. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/top-homeware-designers-and-brands-for-2026

Interior design trends for this year are currently in the spotlight, with Google searches for ‘burl wood furniture’ soaring by more than 5000% in the past month alone! It’s a sign of the changing homewares sector. The French home decor market alone is worth about 25 billion euros a year. Consu...

30/04/2026

Check out our latest blog post ‘How to use retro design stylishly’. Mid-century modern interiors are a fine line between classic style and old-fashioned nostalgia. The style's clean lines and natural shapes will always be popular, but there is a risk of making rooms that feel more like museum exhibits than modern homes. The key is to find a balance between classic pieces and new ones that show how people live today.

We thought we’d ask around to see what the consensus is on how to decorate your home in a mid-century modern style that honours the design principles of the time while still looking modern and liveable. Which furniture pieces to focus on first, how to use colour and materials, and the mistakes that make rooms feel like they're stuck in the past. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/how-to-use-retro-design-stylishly

Mid-century modern interiors are a fine line between classic style and old-fashioned nostalgia. The style's clean lines and natural shapes will always be popular, but there is a risk of making rooms that feel more like museum exhibits than modern homes. The key is to find a balance between classic p...

22/04/2026

Senior FF&E Interior Designer, Somerset, £Neg., V04294. Our client is a highly regarded interior design and bespoke joinery practice, delivering exceptional work across some of the most prestigious private homes in the UK and internationally. Their portfolio spans whole-house design, combining architectural joinery, fitted furniture, and refined interiors that sit seamlessly with a specialism for period properties. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join their creative team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of complex, multi-room residential projects, shaping cohesive and beautifully executed interiors from concept through to completion.

As a Senior Interior Designer, you will lead the creative direction of high-end residential and heritage projects, delivering thoughtful spatial design and expertly curated FF&E schemes. You will play a key role in translating design concepts into detailed, buildable solutions, ensuring consistency and quality at every stage. This position is ideal for a designer with a passion for craftsmanship, period architecture, and bespoke detailing, who is ready to take a leadership role within a collaborative studio environment.

With a minimum of 5 years’ experience in high-end residential interior design, you’ll have strong client-facing and presentation skills plus excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage complex projects. An in-depth knowledge of luxury FF&E, materials, finishes, and lighting will be needed as well as proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Excel and EstiPC (or similar).

Salary is negotiable DOE plus pension scheme, hybrid working, cycle to work scheme, free parking, regular staff socials, 24 days holiday (+ bank holidays (increasing with service)). Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your CV / portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1559

21/04/2026

Senior Interior Designer - Bespoke Joinery, Somerset, £Neg., V04295. Our client is a specialist interior design and bespoke joinery practice, delivering exceptional work across some of the most prestigious private homes in the UK and internationally. Their portfolio spans whole-house design, combining fitted furniture, architectural joinery, and refined interiors that sit effortlessly within historic settings-enhancing, never compromising, the building’s original character. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Interior Designer with a strong architectural sensibility and a thoughtful, detail-driven approach. This is a creatively rich and technically involved role, ideal for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of interior design, architecture and bespoke joinery. You will be transforming early-stage ideas into fully resolved, buildable concepts, ensuring every detail is considered in relation to the architecture, materials, and intended use of the space. Their studio and workshops are based just south of Bristol.

Key Responsibilities are to: Build rich and meaningful design narratives informed by architecture, materials, nature, art and culture; Develop layouts and well-proportioned, functional spaces; Develop detailed furniture and joinery concepts, including moulding strategies; Resolve designs so they sit harmoniously within the architectural context; Oversee specialist elements including metalwork, upholstery, ceramics, glass, and decorative features; Maintain design integrity throughout technical development and production stages.

With a minimum of 5 years’ experience in high-end residential interiors you’ll ideally have experience working with heritage or listed buildings (desirable). A collaborative mindset with experience working in multidisciplinary teams will be needed as well as proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp. You’ll be a strong conceptual thinker with a clear and considered design approach with a high level of attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Salary is negotiable DOE plus pension scheme, hybrid working, cycle to work scheme, free parking, regular staff socials, 24 days holiday (+ bank holidays (increasing with service)). Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your CV / portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1560

Our client is a specialist interior design and bespoke joinery practice, delivering exceptional work across some of the most prestigious private homes in the UK and internationally. Their portfolio spans whole-house design, combining fitted furniture, architectural joinery, and refined interiors tha...

21/04/2026

Senior Interior Designer - FF&E, Somerset, £Neg., V04294. Our client is a highly regarded interior design and bespoke joinery practice, delivering exceptional work across some of the most prestigious private homes in the UK and internationally. Their portfolio spans whole-house design, combining architectural joinery, fitted furniture, and refined interiors that sit seamlessly with a specialism for period properties. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join their creative team. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of complex, multi-room residential projects, shaping cohesive and beautifully executed interiors from concept through to completion.

As a Senior Interior Designer, you will lead the creative direction of high-end residential and heritage projects, delivering thoughtful spatial design and expertly curated FF&E schemes. You will play a key role in translating design concepts into detailed, buildable solutions, ensuring consistency and quality at every stage. This position is ideal for a designer with a passion for craftsmanship, period architecture, and bespoke detailing, who is ready to take a leadership role within a collaborative studio environment.

With a minimum of 5 years’ experience in high-end residential interior design, you’ll have strong client-facing and presentation skills plus excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage complex projects. An in-depth knowledge of luxury FF&E, materials, finishes, and lighting will be needed as well as proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Excel and EstiPC (or similar).

Salary is negotiable DOE plus pension scheme, hybrid working, cycle to work scheme, free parking, regular staff socials, 24 days holiday (+ bank holidays (increasing with service)). Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your CV / portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1559

Our client is a highly regarded interior design and bespoke joinery practice, delivering exceptional work across some of the most prestigious private homes in the UK and internationally. Their portfolio spans whole-house design, combining architectural joinery, fitted furniture, and refined interior...

15/04/2026

Check out our latest blog post ‘How hiring based on skills is becoming more popular’. There is a small, but big change happening in the way businesses hire people. More and more companies are moving away from traditional hiring methods that put a lot of weight on degrees, job titles and years of experience.

Instead, they are using skills-first hiring, which is more practical and open-minded. As sectors change quickly and there aren't enough skilled workers, employers are reevaluating what makes a candidate desirable. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/explore-how-hiring-based-on-skill-is-becoming-more-popular

There is a small, but big change happening in the way businesses hire people. More and more companies are moving away from traditional hiring methods that put a lot of weight on degrees, job titles and years of experience. Instead, they are using skills-first hiring, which is more practical and open...

10/04/2026

Interior Designer FF&E, London, to £44k, V04279. Our client is a leading international design and engineering practice, delivering complete design packages from concept through to completion. With studios in London and abroad, they specialise in high-end residential and hospitality interiors across the UK and Middle East. The London office is their Interior Design and FF&E studio, working on prestigious, design-led residential schemes.

They are currently looking for an experienced Interior Designer - FF&E to join their growing London team. You will work across large-scale, luxury residential projects, taking responsibility for FF&E design, scheduling, sourcing and supplier coordination. This is a hands-on role offering exposure to international projects, beautiful design work, and offers strong career development.

Key Responsibilities are to: Produce detailed FF&E schedules and specifications; Source, specify and manage suppliers and manufacturers; Assist with value engineering and cost control; Attend site visits and inspections; Prepare design schemes and presentations; Manage FF&E procurement and reporting throughout projects.

With 5+ years’ experience in high-end residential or hospitality interiors, you’ll be able to use FF&E software and have proficiency in AutoCAD and Adobe InDesign. Excellent organisational and time management skills will be needed as well as confidence in presenting ideas to senior team members. Experience in technical drawing and bespoke furniture design and a strong understanding of international suppliers and procurement will also be needed.

Salary is £40,000 to £44,000 DOE, plus pension contribution, private medical insurance and the potential to work from home on Fridays. Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 or simply forward your application and CV / Portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1544

30/03/2026

Interior Designer, London, to £45k, V04293. An established Architectural and Interior Design Practice with a strong reputation across both residential and commercial sectors is seeking a talented Interior Designer to join their growing team. With a full design & build offering, including architectural services, interior design expertise, and a dedicated showroom for furniture, furnishings, accessories, and tiling, this is an exciting opportunity to work on high-quality, design-led projects. Reporting directly to the Design Director, you will take ownership of private client and show home projects, managing the full design process from concept through to installation.

With a minimum 3-4 years’ experience in residential interior design, you’ll be proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop and Microsoft Office and have a strong creative flair with a keen eye for detail. You’ll have excellent communication skills and be confident in presenting to clients as well as being highly organised with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Solid experience working with fabrics (including measuring, quoting and proposals) will be needed and a full UK driving licence with access to a car for site visits and sourcing trips.

Salary is between £37,000 and £45,000 DOE plus discretionary performance bonus, company pension scheme, 4 weeks holiday (plus public holidays), staff discount scheme and company events. Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your CV / portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1558

27/03/2026

Interior Designer, London, to £45k, V04293. An established Architectural and Interior Design Practice with a strong reputation across both residential and commercial sectors is seeking a talented Interior Designer to join their growing team. With a full design & build offering, including architectural services, interior design expertise, and a dedicated showroom for furniture, furnishings, accessories, and tiling, this is an exciting opportunity to work on high-quality, design-led projects. Reporting directly to the Design Director, you will take ownership of private client and show home projects, managing the full design process from concept through to installation.

Key Responsibilities are to: Design, source, and deliver high-quality interior schemes tailored to client needs; Prepare compelling presentations and mood boards to a high standard and within deadlines; Liaise with suppliers and the in-house Customer Service team; Prepare pricing, quotations and detailed client budgets; Carry out site surveys and measurements as required; Attend client meetings, oversee installations and manage on-site fitting teams; Build strong ongoing relationships with clients and suppliers.

With a minimum 3-4 years’ experience in residential interior design, you’ll be proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop and Microsoft Office and have a strong creative flair with a keen eye for detail. You’ll have excellent communication skills and be confident in presenting to clients as well as being highly organised with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Solid experience working with fabrics (including measuring, quoting and proposals) will be needed and a full UK driving licence with access to a car for site visits and sourcing trips.

Salary is between £37,000 and £45,000 DOE plus discretionary performance bonus, company pension scheme, 4 weeks holiday (plus public holidays), staff discount scheme and company events. Please call Pippa Baker on 01920 486125 for further details or simply forward your CV / portfolio to [email protected]. You can also apply via our website www.careersindesign.com/design-jobs/1558

An established Architectural and Interior Design Practice with a strong reputation across both residential and commercial sectors is seeking a talented Interior Designer to join their growing team.With a full design & build offering, including architectural services, interior design expertise, and a...

26/03/2026

Check out our latest blog post - The trend for softer shapes and sculptural furniture. As designers and homeowners move away from the sharp, angular pieces that were popular in the past, sculptural furniture with softer, more natural shapes is changing the look of modern homes. This move toward curved shapes isn't just for looks; in fact, rounded furniture has real benefits for comfort, health and the flow of space.

Biophilic principles and mid-century design ideas are now part of modern furniture design. This makes pieces that feel safer, more inviting and more comfortable to use. These sculptural pieces, like curved sofas and round dining tables, are changing how we live in 2026. Read more about it here: www.careersindesign.com/blog/the-trend-for-softer-shapes-and-sculptural-furniture

As designers and homeowners move away from the sharp, angular pieces that were popular in the past, sculptural furniture with softer, more natural shapes is changing the look of modern homes. This move toward curved shapes isn't just for looks; in fact, rounded furniture has real benefits for comfor...

12/03/2026

Check out our latest blog post - Pantone Colour of the Year 2026 – Cloud Dancer. Each December, the Pantone Colour Institute reveals its Colour of the Year — a hue that’s meant to capture the cultural mood and influence design, fashion and interiors across the coming 12 months. For 2026, Pantone made a striking choice (PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer), a soft, billowy off-white that’s unlike anything the institute has picked before. Rather than a stark, clinical white, it’s a softer, airy off-white with just enough warmth and subtle tone to feel calm and inviting.

It evokes imagery of drifting clouds, light fabric billowing in a breeze, or sunlight filtered through mist, a colour that suggests peace rather than demands attention. According to Pantone, Cloud Dancer symbolises clarity, serenity and quiet reflection in a world that often feels fast-paced and noisy. It’s intended as a kind of visual “blank slate”, encouraging space for fresh ideas, focus and creativity to take root. www.careersindesign.com/blog/pantone-colour-of-the-year-2026-cloud-dancer

Each December, the Pantone Colour Institute reveals its Colour of the Year — a hue that’s meant to capture the cultural mood and influence design, fashion and interiors across the coming 12 months. For 2026, Pantone has made a striking choice: PANTONE 11-4201 Cloud Dancer — a soft, billowy off...