Senior Designer

MAIN OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION

The Senior Designer – Furniture & Drapery is a key contributor within the Design Studio, combining advanced technical expertise with strong product ownership.

This position balances Custom Upholstered Furniture and Drapery & Window Treatments.

The Senior Designer leads complex projects from design development through production documentation, ensuring aesthetic integrity, technical feasibility, and alignment with Jouffre’s quality standards.

This role requires a high degree of autonomy, strong collaboration with Project Managers and production teams, and a structured approach to product development and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES & MISSIONS

Furniture Design & Development 

Creative & Technical Development

• Translate interior designers’ concepts into technically resolved, production-ready upholstered furniture

• Lead design development with strong understanding of proportions, ergonomics, comfort, and fabrication logic

• Anticipate construction constraints and proactively propose intelligent technical solutions

• Ensure coherence between aesthetic intent and workshop feasibility

Advanced 3D Modeling & Technical Documentation

•  Produce advanced 3D models in Rhino with clean, production-oriented geometry

• Generate detailed shop drawings for internal workshop and external partners

•  Develop and maintain drawing standards and documentation clarity

• Oversee mock-ups and prototypes, validating design adjustments before production

Quality & Design Integrity

• Serve as technical referent for craftsmen during production

• Review and validate dimensions, proportions, and fabrication details

• Safeguard design intent throughout the production process

• Participate actively in project and production planning meetings

Drapery & Window Treatments 

Technical Studies & Documentation

• Analyze client drawings and specifications to assess technical feasibility

• Develop detailed technical drawings (plans, sections, elevations) for curtains and shades

• Prepare clear and structured fabrication instructions for seamstresses

• Ensure documentation accuracy prior to production launch

Costing Collaboration

• Contribute to technical studies supporting accurate estimates

• Assist Project Managers in evaluating material quantities, fabrication complexity, and time implications

• Ensure alignment between technical decisions and budget parameters

Creative Contribution

• Participate in the development of refined drapery solutions aligned with Jouffre’s aesthetic standards

• Propose technical improvements to enhance functionality, fluidity, and detailing

• Contribute to internal samples and displays when required

Product Management

As a Senior Designer, you take ownership beyond design execution.

• Ensure projects meet Jouffre’s technical, aesthetic, and quality standards

• Maintain design integrity while balancing feasibility and efficiency

• Collaborate closely with Project Managers to monitor project progression

• Identify risks early and propose corrective solutions

• Contribute to structured project documentation and data organization

• Maintain organized 3D model and drawing databases

• Support studio planning by managing priorities across multiple concurrent projects

This role requires the ability to see projects holistically — from concept validation to workshop handover — while maintaining precision in execution.

Continuous Improvement

The Senior Designer actively contributes to the evolution of the Design Studio.

• Refine internal technical standards and drawing methodologies

• Improve documentation processes and production handover clarity

• Develop internal guidelines for furniture and drapery detailing

• Research innovative materials, techniques, and fabrication methods

• Contribute to the development of Jouffre’s craft and material offerings

• Elevate digital workflows (3D modeling optimization, prototyping processes)

• Share knowledge and mentor junior designers

This position is expected to strengthen studio structure and elevate collective expertise.

PROFILE

We are looking for a senior-level designer who combines aesthetic sensitivity with strong technical rigor and structured thinking.

You are autonomous, solution-oriented, and comfortable managing complex projects in a fast-paced, high-end environment.

Experience & Education

• 6–8 years of professional experience in custom furniture and/or window treatments

• Degree in Furniture Design, Industrial Design, Interior Architecture, or related field

• Experience in high-end residential or hospitality projects

• Experience collaborating closely with workshops or fabrication teams

Technical Expertise

• Advanced proficiency in Rhino (Grasshopper a plus)

• Strong understanding of upholstery construction and drapery fabrication logic

• Experience producing highly detailed technical shop drawings

• Solid knowledge of materials, finishes, and fabrication techniques

• Strong documentation and file organization standards

• Familiarity with costing logic and production constraints

Skills & Leadership Qualities

• Strong autonomy and decision-making capacity

• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

• Strong interpersonal communication across design, PM, and production teams

• Structured, rigorous, and detail-oriented mindset

• Proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement