Design Assistant

Design Assistant The Role Are you a technically-minded designer with a passion for the “how” behind the “wow”? We are looking for a Junior Interior Designer with 2–5 years of professional experience to join our team. This role is the perfect “second step” for someone who has cut their teeth in a Kitchen & Bath environment and is ready to expand their horizons. You will be the technical engine of our design process—taking conceptual ideas and turning them into precise, buildable drawings for full-scale projects—while also supporting our retail showroom by assisting clients on the sales floor with furniture, antiques, soft goods, and custom North Carolina-made furnishings. Key Responsibilities Technical Drafting: Produce clean, accurate floor plans, sections, and elevations in AutoCAD or equivalent. 3D Modeling: Build out interior visions in SketchUp to help clients visualize their new spaces. K&B Specialization: Leverage your foundational knowledge of cabinetry and layouts to assist in detailed kitchen and bath specifications (utilizing 2020 Design or similar). Sales Floor Support: Assist clients in our retail showroom by helping with furniture selections, custom orders, antiques, and product inquiries while maintaining a polished and welcoming sales floor presence. Sample Management: Organize and curate our materials library, coordinating with vendors for finish samples, hardware, and fabrics. Project Support: Assist senior designers with site measurements, as-built drawings, documentation during construction and installation phases, and material procurement. Your Toolkit Experience: 2–5 years of professional design experience (direct experience in a Kitchen & Bath firm is a significant advantage). Software Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD and SketchUp is required. Experience with 2020 Design is highly preferred. Precision Focused: You understand that 1/8 of an inch matters. You take pride in the accuracy and legibility of your drawing sets and know that details make the design. Education: Degree or Diploma in Interior Design or Architecture from an accredited program. Growth Mindset: You are a fast learner who takes feedback well and are eager to grow into a more senior design role. Client-Facing Confidence: Comfortable engaging with showroom clients, discussing furnishings, and supporting retail sales in a design-driven environment. Why Join Us? This isn’t just a drafting job—it’s a seat at the table. Mentorship: Work directly with senior designers to learn the nuances of full-scale residential design and project management. Variety: Move beyond cabinetry and help influence the entire interior architecture of a home. Culture: A supportive, high-energy studio where curiosity and creativity are encouraged. How to Apply Please submit your Resume and Portfolio (PDF or website link) to joshuapoindexter@trouvaillehome.com No phone calls. Use the subject line: Design Assistant Application: [Your Name] Include a brief note telling us about your favorite design detail from a previous project. Portfolio Requirements We are specifically looking for examples of your technical execution, including: A Technical Set: At least one example of a construction document set (plans/elevations) created in AutoCAD. K&B Detail: A kitchen or bathroom layout demonstrating your understanding of cabinetry, clearances, and specifications. 3D Visualization: Renderings or models that show your ability to communicate spatial ideas. $45,000 starting salary, based on experience. Pay: From $45,000.00 per year Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Work Location: In person