Design Head - Interior Design
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About the Role
Tint Tone & Shade is seeking an accomplished and visionary Head of Design to lead their luxury residential and villa design division in Dubai.
Key Skills for This Role
Responsibilities
- Lead the design vision for all luxury residential and villa projects from concept through completion
- Develop innovative, bespoke interior concepts tailored to each client's lifestyle, aspirations, and project requirements
- Review and approve space planning, layouts, mood boards, material palettes, FF&E selections, lighting concepts, and styling proposals
- Ensure consistency in design quality, functionality, aesthetics, and brand standards across all projects
- Stay abreast of global luxury design trends, premium materials, finishes, furniture, and emerging technologies
- Monitor project schedules, design milestones, and resource allocation
- Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Procurement, Quantity Surveyors, Joinery, and MEP teams
- Resolve design and technical challenges throughout the project lifecycle
- Lead client consultations, presentations, and design workshops
- Build trusted relationships with high net worth clients, developers, and consultants
- Manage client expectations and maintain a high level of service throughout the design and execution process
- Review and approve design documentation, detailed drawings, specifications, BOQs, and shop drawings
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or a related discipline
- 8–10 years of interior design experience, with at least 6 years in a senior leadership role
- Extensive experience delivering luxury residential interiors and villas within the UAE
- Proven track record of managing projects from concept design through site completion
- Strong understanding of local authority requirements, consultant coordination, and luxury fit out execution
- Experience working with high net worth clients and custom designed residences
- Master's Degree is an advantage
- Professional memberships or certifications are desirable
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Job Overview
- We are seeking an accomplished and visionary Head of Design to lead our luxury residential and villa design division. The ideal candidate will possess a strong design portfolio, exceptional leadership capabilities, and extensive experience delivering high end residential interiors in the UAE.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design vision for all luxury residential and villa projects from concept through completion.
- Develop innovative, bespoke interior concepts tailored to each client's lifestyle, aspirations, and project requirements.
- Review and approve space planning, layouts, mood boards, material palettes, FF&E selections, lighting concepts, and styling proposals.
- Ensure consistency in design quality, functionality, aesthetics, and brand standards across all projects.
- Stay abreast of global luxury design trends, premium materials, finishes, furniture, and emerging technologies.
- Monitor project schedules, design milestones, and resource allocation.
- Coordinate closely with Project Managers, Site Engineers, Procurement, Quantity Surveyors, Joinery, and MEP teams.
- Resolve design and technical challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead client consultations, presentations, and design workshops.
- Build trusted relationships with high net worth clients, developers, and consultants.
- Manage client expectations and maintain a high level of service throughout the design and execution process.
- Review and approve design documentation, detailed drawings, specifications, BOQs, and shop drawings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Architecture, or a related discipline.
- Master's Degree is an advantage.
- Professional memberships or certifications are desirable.
Experience
- 8–10 years of interior design experience, with at least 6 years in a senior leadership role.
- Extensive experience delivering luxury residential interiors and villas within the UAE.
- Proven track record of managing projects from concept design through site completion.
- Strong understanding of local authority requirements, consultant coordination, and luxury fit out execution.
- Experience working with high net worth clients and custom designed residences.
Core Competencies
- Luxury design expertise
- Creative direction
- Client relationship management
- Leadership and team development
- Strategic planning
- Budget management
- Presentation and communication skills
- Attention to detail and quality assurance
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