About East Design House
East Design House is a high-end residential interior design firm based in Toronto. We specialize in construction-focused renovations and thoughtfully curated interiors. Our work requires both technical precision and aesthetic refinement — and we are looking for a Junior Interior Designer who thrives in both worlds.
Position Overview
The Junior Interior Designer works directly alongside one of our Senior Designers, to assist in providing hands-on support across project coordination, technical documentation, FF&E sourcing, and installations.
This is a growth-oriented role. In addition to supporting larger projects, the successful candidate will gradually take ownership of smaller-scale design projects under supervision.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically capable, visually aware, and eager to deepen their understanding of residential renovation and decorative design.
Reports To: Senior Designer, Principal Designer Type: Full-Time | Toronto-Based | G Driver’s Licence & Reliable Vehicle Required
Key Responsibilities
Design & Project Support
- Assist with space planning, material selections, and FF&E sourcing
- Support development of design concepts, mood boards, and presentations
- Collaborate with Senior Designer to ensure design, budget, and project timelines align
- Assist in collecting samples
- Vendor and trade communication when required
- Assist with preparing client presentations and schedules
- Participate in internal design reviews and incorporate feedback
Technical Documentation
- Create and edit AutoCAD drawings including:
- Floor plans & interior elevations
- Furniture and RCP, power plans
- Maintain and update project plan sets
- Translate design concepts into detailed elevations and millwork drawings
- Assist with custom furniture drawings and sizing
- Confirm selected furnishings fit within plans and collaborate on custom requirements
- Support presentation preparation using Photoshop, InDesign, or similar software
FF&E & Vendor Coordination
- Assist Senior Designer with vendors and suppliers on pricing, lead times, and samples
- Track FF&E sample selections
- Collaborate with Senior Designer & Operations Manager in procurement meetings
- Assist with reviewing production details, finishes, and customizations
- Organize documentation for procurement handoff to the Operations Manager
- Coordinate with Operations Manager on returns and merchandise exchanges as required
- Deliver materials to clients, builders, or vendors when needed
Site Visits & Installations
- Assist Senior Designer on site visits for check measures & progress reviews
- Document site conditions with detailed notes and photography for project file
- Provide on-site installation support
- Participate in final installation reviews prior to client move-in
Studio & Workflow Support
- Maintain organized project trays and tracking systems
- Support order tracking and schedule updates
- Assist in keeping the studio, sample library, and storage areas organized
- Help prepare internal documentation supporting the handoff between design and operations
- Proactively flag timeline issues or missing information
Project Ownership & Growth
- Take lead on smaller-scale projects under supervision
- Develop design proposals for review
- Manage vendor coordination and scheduling for assigned smaller projects
- Support timeline tracking and installation execution
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of residential interior design experience
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or related field
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD (required)
- Proficiency in SketchUp, InDesign, Photoshop (preferred)
- Understanding of construction documentation and renovation process
- Knowledge of materials, finishes, and FF&E sourcing
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
- Comfortable working both in studio and on-site
- Ability to manage multiple moving parts in a fast-paced environment
What We Value
- A proactive, solution-oriented mindset
- Clear communication and team collaboration
- Professionalism with vendors and clients
- Strong design intuition balanced with technical precision
- Eagerness to grow within a structured design firm
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,500.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Provide a portfolio of completed (not digital) design projects. If you do not have portfolio photos of your own work, please provide sample inspiration boards (and note if they are other photos).
Experience:
- residential interior design: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence & Vehicle (required)
Location:
- Toronto, ON M4M 3L1 (required)
Work Location: In person
