Designer

About our Design Approach

We work in the modernist idiom and strive to create a holistic design that blends interior and architectural design with the site for flow and indoor-outdoor living. Where possible, projects are designed according to sustainable principles. Please visit our website at klopfarchitecture.com and look for us on Facebook or Instagram to find out more about us.

About Our Firm

Klopf Architecture is a client-focused 20-person design firm. We have created an open, inclusive and diverse team hailing from across the U.S. and various countries around the world. Our cultural diversity includes native speakers of Mandarin, Spanish, French, Macedonian, Russian and English with a balanced ratio of staff genders. We value all employees’ contributions and strengths, and reward them with opportunities for growth where possible.

We offer competitive compensation, 8 annual paid holidays, 2 weeks paid time off (increasing in later years), group medical coverage through Kaiser Permanente, group dental insurance through Delta Dental, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions. We believe strongly in work-life balance: everyone works roughly 40 hours per week.

Our office is located in the Mission. We work hybrid with a minimum of three days per week in the office mandated; after the first three months you can work the other days of the week from home or in the office.

About You

We seek a Designer / Project Assistant who is interested in working cross-functionally in both interior design and architecture and has the ability to perform at a level typically associated with 1-3 years of architectural and/or interior design office experience. A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture is required.

We’re looking for the following

• Design excellence
• Solid organizational and communication skills
• Teamwork
• A strong penchant for details and accuracy
• Working knowledge of the phases of architectural and/or interior design
• ArchiCAD knowledge is desired but not required

Under the supervision of senior staff, you will be

• Producing designs and documentation for multiple projects simultaneously
• Helping with site measurement and as-built drawings of existing buildings
• CAD drafting and modeling in our 3D software (BIM)
• Creating architectural drawing sets and details
• Helping in the selection of finishes, furniture, fixtures, lighting, etc.
• Creating mood boards and sample sets
• Other tasks as needed

You will participate in our team-oriented design and production process under the supervision of various senior staff members in both architecture and interior design. Our company approach is to assign a designer to a project from start to finish so you will mostly work on a variety of phases throughout the life of various projects.

Salary Range

Commensurate with experience, ranging from $36 to $40 per hour.

How to Apply

Please send your resume, work samples, salary requirements, and references by email to using the subject line: Application for Designer, Klopf Architecture.

Please no drop-ins or phone calls. Thank you for your application!

Principals only.