BASK is a premier Southern California furniture design studio dedicated to creating innovative work environments. The Designer will lead design projects, engage in client collaboration, and contribute to the development of functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.
Responsibilities
- Lead design projects that include programming, conceptual design, design development and space planning
- Participate in the selection and presentation of furniture, furniture systems, fabrics, color palettes, rugs, plants and lighting
- Generate finish plans, specifications, and material selections
- Provide design support and documentation during completion and execution of design concepts
- Work with internal/external resources, product representatives, and fabricators to execute efficiently
- Engage in marketing and business development efforts to build awareness of the BASK brand, share our perspective on workplace design and identify new opportunities
- Partner with Client Experience Managers to curate and present furniture applications & solutions in a way that differentiates BASK from competitors
- Identify, understand, and implement evolving workplace trends
- Develop and deliver clear presentations to guide client decision makers from ideation through specification and implementation
- Facilitate workshops and programming sessions as needed, to identify client needs, wants, and aspirations
- Develops and presents conceptual look + feel plans, block plans and space plans to gain customer approvals
- Develops product specifications and works with design team to strategize and execute appropriately
- Validates final plans against construction, electrical engineering, and A&D drawing sets; gains customer approvals
- Conducts site verifications and, ultimately, punch-list review with project managers and / or installation group
- Own the creation and ongoing improvement of customized presentation materials, including but not limited to: mood boards, look books, curated vignettes, validation packages, and user experience guides
- Continuously identify and evaluate new vendors and product solutions that differentiate BASK from competitors, while solving for a wide variety of functional, aesthetic, budgetary, and schedule requirements
- Engage, partner, and build lasting relationships across targeted A&D firms
- Learn process nuances of individual firms and cater BASK’s Creative Experience accordingly
Skills
- B.A./B.S. degree
- 1-3 years' experience working at a commercial furniture manufacturer or furniture dealer
- 1-3 years' experience coordinating multiple stakeholders to a successful outcome, preferably in a sales or consulting role
- Has a strong knowledge of all aspects of furniture management, including the sales process, order preparation and management, installation, and furniture project administration
- Software: AutoCAD, MS Office, CET Designer / Configura Smart tools
- Visuals: Create 2D plans and 3D visuals and presentation materials to communicate design intent (Furniture Validation Packages)
- Design Tracking: accurately and consistently track design hours and communicate project lists with anticipated project tasks and associated hours to Design Director; keep Design Director and teammates informed of deadlines
- Problem Resolution: ability to approach problems resourcefully, be detail oriented and demonstrate creativity
- Client Relationships: help to form and maintain positive client relationships
- Sales: Act as a part of the sales process, by being able to demonstrate the value of design services and to bring creativity and efficiency to the table
- Process Adherence: Adhere to current departmental process and procedures; offer suggestions to make current process better if the opportunity is there
- Trade Coordination: Must have the ability to work with and communicate to various trades including, architects, engineers, electricians, contractors, installers, and internal staff
- Hedberg software experience is preferred
- PC skills - Advanced level with MS Office Suite
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and 401(k)
- Medical, dental, and short- and long-Term Disability
- PTO and Paid Holidays
- Hybrid work schedule
- Free healthy snacks and lunches
- Bring your dog to work
- Annual employee and family events; impromptu celebrations and team outings
- Quarterly company Town Halls with annual community service event
- Company-funded annual charitable giving
Company Overview
We are a furniture design studio curating distinct workplace experiences that help build cultures, reflect brands and enrich lives. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, US, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://www.BASKwith.us.