EMPLOYMENT

Design spaces that feel like poetry – and function like clockwork. You’ve led enough projects to know that good design isn’t just about a beautiful render. It’s about shaping how people live, feel, and connect – whether it’s over a slow lunch in a sun-drenched restaurant, or in an aged-care home that feels anything but institutional. You'll own the creative vision for standout hospitality and aged-care interiors—projects where your design choices shape not just the look, but the experience of every space. You’ll lead high-profile work that values design integrity over speed, giving you the time, trust and team to realise your best ideas. With full autonomy over concept direction, FF&E, finishes and lighting, this is your chance to build a portfolio of lasting, design-led spaces. Work from home two days a week, mentor junior designers, and bring your voice to a studio that wants your input—not just your output. What you’ll do Lead design vision – across lighting, FF&E, finishes and spatial planning, ensuring every project is as practical as it is poetic. Own the process – presenting concepts to clients, managing feedback, and working with architects, engineers, and builders to bring your ideas to life – without losing the plot (or the budget). Mentor your team – uplifting junior and mid-level designers, helping them grow while keeping quality high. Think big-picture – contributing to proposals and pitches, sharing your insights to help win work and keep the practice ahead of the curve. Stay inspired – keep up with the latest materials, technologies and trends, and feed that creative energy back into the studio. What you’ll need Bachelor’s or Master’s in Interior Design, Interior Architecture or related field Proven experience leading interior design projects in hospitality, aged-care or similar sectors Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and manage teams Commercial awareness and understanding of Australian building codes, accessibility standards and operational requirements The company You’ll join a 50-person Sydney team in a multidisciplinary design studio known for beautiful, high-function interiors across Australia and Asia. Projects include boutique hotels, luxury senior living spaces, and elegant hospitality fit-outs—each shaped with refined detailing, material richness and spatial clarity. You’ll work in stunning waterside offices with a supportive leadership team who value design depth, not just deadlines. The studio brings hotel-level quality to aged-care and residential projects, delivering calm, elegant interiors that perform as well as they look. For a confidential discussion, contact Shane O'Brien at 0406 639 008 or email shane.obrien@kappaexecutive.com . Alternatively, click Apply Now to submit your application. Kappa Executive Search is a specialist recruitment firm based in Sydney, dedicated to connecting top talent with leading architecture, interior design firms across Australia.