DS Architecture is committed to building a team of multi-disciplined staff, with diverse talents and expertise in a variety of project typologies.  Working with clients at the forefront of their industries, we continually strive to be a premier design firm in Northeast Ohio.

WE DESIGN FOR THE FUTURE AND HUMANITY
Facilities should naturally support human engagement in collaboration, service and discovery. Our goal is to enhance these experiences by breaking down both physical and perceived barriers to create a place in which individuals and groups can produce results and inspire together.
A functional space with flexible uses and a comfortable environment enables people to take ownership of their surroundings, stimulating focus and creativity. Because productivity is the health of a building, we will work to understand all respective needs and goals so that each project is successful.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
• Professional Interior Design degree from an accredited university
• Minimum firm experience – 7 years beyond graduation
• Proficient in REVIT
• Adobe Creative Cloud competency

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (NOT MANDATORY)
• NCARB certificate holder
• LEED Accredited Professional

POSITION DESCRIPTION
An experienced interior designer who independently performs a broad range of interior design assignments, develops design concepts and documentation, coordinates with consultants and project teams, and oversee portions of projects or mentor junior staff. Works with limited supervision and applies advanced knowledge of interior design principles, materials, building systems, codes, and project delivery processes

ACCOUNTABILITIES
Design Acumen: Capability of independently performing analysis of design, planning and technical solutions. Performs design layouts and features, which require researching, compiling, and recording information of assigned project work. 

Project Element Knowledge: Understanding of and providing analysis of the four main components of a project.
• Functional Program and Size
• Quality of Materials, Finishes and Aesthetics
• Construction and Project Cost
• Project Schedule
• Project Safety
• Code Regulations

Drawing Production: Competent in conventional aspects of architectural documentation ranging from programing through construction documents. Drawing creation ranging from space planning diagrams, massing studies, elevations, building and wall sections, details and schedules.

REVIT Efficiency: Have a solid understanding of Revit modeling/drafting tools and features required to facilitate drawing production as described above. Comfortable developing renderings (conceptual and photo-realistic) utilizing necessary location, material, and visibility settings as well as 3rd party applications, like Enscape.

Project Manager and Studio Director Support: Recognize the demands put on your project manager and studio director. Offer help and solutions to improve communication and efficiency. Proactively request feedback to determine areas of self-growth. Preemptively challenge and encourage your project manager and studio director to strive for improvement.

 Benefits & Perks at DS Architecture
Inspiring Together for Design Excellence.

We invest in the people who do the work, with real employer-funded retirement, time to actually rest, and one of the most concrete commitments to licensure and professional growth you’ll find at a firm our size.

Retirement (the firm funds it, even if you don’t)

• 3% Safe Harbor 401(k) contribution. We contribute 3% of your pay to your retirement every year you receive it whether or not you contribute anything yourself. It’s real money from the firm, vested and yours.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) so you choose how to save.

Health & Insurance

• Medical coverage through Medical Mutual, with multiple plans to choose from, including an HSA-eligible option that allows for tax-free healthcare savings. The firm covers a substantial share of your premium.
• Firm-paid life insurance and short-term disability through The Standard.
• Group dental and vision available through Anthem.
• Voluntary supplemental coverage, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, additional term life insurance for you and your spouse, and identity theft protection, is available to help you build the safety net that fits your life.

Time Off Built Around You

• 22 days of flexible, front-loaded paid time off that is available to use immediately rather than accrued over time and increases with tenure. Because it isn’t locked into a fixed holiday calendar, you decide which days matter most to you.
• A firm-wide year-end closure, during which we shut down between the winter holidays and the new year as a dedicated Mental Health Respite, so everyone disconnects and recharges at the same time, guilt-free.
• Paid sick time, summer hours, and paid parental leave with disability support for birthing parents.
• Bereavement leave (including reproductive loss) and a full range of protected leaves: military, jury, voting, witness, volunteer firefighter/EMS, and more.

Real Support to Grow (and Get Licensed)

This is where we go further than most.

• Licensure support that’s structured, not just encouraged, with dedicated AXP supervision and ARE exam support to help you get licensed faster.
• AIA membership and professional dues, covered.
• A dedicated professional-development and conference budget.
• Structured mentorship with experienced architects and designers.

How We Work

• Hybrid and flexible scheduling, including the ability to work from other locations when life requires it – but when you’re in the office, we’ll pay for your parking.
• A culture-first firm run on EOS, with clear priorities, real accountability, and a process we live by: We Listen. We Lead. We Innovate.
• Community engagement and pro-bono design opportunities.
• Reimbursed business travel and expenses, with a company card.
• Accommodations for lactation, religious observance, and disability or pregnancy, because a good workplace works for everyone.

We’re always interested in meeting people who embrace design excellence and share our core values, even outside of posted positions. 

Please email us at: careers@dsarchitecture.com to contact us and submit your resume.