Intermediate Interior Designer - FF&E Specialist

Intermediate Interior Designer - FFE Specialist

Design Studio – NON-HYBRID
$65-80k (base salary) + benefits
Toronto, Ontario

About The Role

We’re recruiting for an award-winning multidisciplinary design studio located in North Toronto known for high-end hospitality, luxury retail, and bespoke residential work. They work with top tier hospitality clients: bring spaces to life through architecture, landscape, interiors, and product design

They’re looking for someone with 5+ years full-time experience; a creative, and collaborative Interior Designer specializing in FF&E to join a dynamic team and deliver high-quality solutions across complex projects.

This role is non-hybrid and requires daily office collaboration.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with Project Leads and Senior Designers to manage multiple projects from concept through completion across all FF&E stages.
• Conceptualize custom furniture, millwork, and decorative lighting that align with brand standards.
• Collaborate with industrial designers to develop custom FFE pieces including floor coverings .
• Create and refine furniture layouts for functionality and flow.
• Write FF&E specifications using industry software (e.g., Fohlio or similar).
• Manage and coordinate with suppliers and furniture manufacturers; participate in prototype reviews and provide design feedback.
• Coordinate internally with design and project management teams and work closely with procurement.
• Review, track, and coordinate FF&E submittals to ensure consistency with approved design intent.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Interior Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of design experience with a clear specialization in FF&E design.
• Experience in 5-star luxury hospitality projects is a strong asset.
• Software Skills: AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). SketchUp
• Familiarity with FF&E specification tools (e.g., Fohlio) is an asset.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills; able to articulate design decisions clearly.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proven understanding of materiality, space, and scale.
• Strong product knowledge of furniture, fabrics, accessories, art, drapery, decorative lighting, and finishes.
• Solid budget management skills.
• Positive attitude; thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with strong time and priority management.

What’s Offered

• Competitive salary based on experience and industry standards.
• Inspiring workspace with free parking.

Key words: Markham, Vaughan, North York, Richmond Hill, Etobicoke