Nisa Punjabi Studio- Senior Interior Designer

Caresmith India · India

NAP Design Studio is looking for a senior interior designer/architect to join its team in

Ballard Estate, Mumbai.

Please fill-in your portfolio/ work-samples in this form. ( note that submission of this form is mandatory to move forward with your candidature).

Form Link- Portfolio link

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and design-driven senior interior designer/architect to join

our team in Mumbai.

This role requires someone with strong conceptual thinking, refined design sensibility, and

the technical capability to carry a project from concept to completion with minimal

supervision.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 8-10 years of experience working on high-end interior

and architectural projects, can lead design packages confidently and thrives in a collaborative

yet fast-paced environment.

This is a hands-on role for someone who takes ownership, communicates clearly, coordinates

effectively with consultants and consistently delivers thoughtful, well-resolved work.

Key responsibilities:

1. Concept development and design direction

• lead the creation of strong, contextually grounded concepts for interior and architectural

projects

• develop mood boards, design narratives, space planning options, and early-stage

visualizations

• present design ideas confidently to the founder, internal team and clients

2. Design packages and technical drawings

• produce and oversee comprehensive drawing sets across concept, schematic, and detailed

design stages

• ensure all design details, material specifications, and technical solutions are well-resolved

and aligned with project intent

• review and refine drawings prepared by junior designers and draftsmen

3. Project leadership and coordination

• take charge of assigned projects, ensuring design quality, accuracy and timely delivery
• coordinate directly with consultants (MEP, structural, lighting, landscape), suppliers, and

contractors

• lead or support client meetings, ensuring all design updates are clear, structured and

professionally communicated

4. Material research and specification

• source materials, finishes, fixtures, furniture, lighting and design elements aligned with the

project’s vision

• prepare FF&E schedules and specification packages with accuracy and clarity
• manage samples, approvals and coordination with suppliers.

5. Site reviews and quality control

• conduct site visits to verify design implementation and address discrepancies early
• liaise with contractors to resolve technical issues and ensure adherence to design intent
• provide marked-up drawings, clarifications, and site instructions when required

6. Team collaboration and mentorship

• work closely with the founder, project manager and technical team to maintain workflow

efficiency

• guide and mentor junior designers where needed, ensuring consistency and quality
• participate actively in internal design reviews, bringing constructive and thoughtful

feedback

7. Presentation and documentation

• prepare compelling presentations, reports, and design documentation for clients and

internal reviews

• ensure all deliverables are organised, complete and aligned with project milestones
• support in competition entries, RFP submissions, and portfolio materials when required.

Personality and work style:

• strong design intuition and passion for materials, craftsmanship and spatial storytelling
• high attention to detail, with the ability to move between conceptual and technical thinking seamlessly
• proactive, resourceful, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• confident communicator with excellent organisation and follow-through
• comfortable taking initiative, solving problems, and operating with a sense of ownership
• collaborative, open to feedback, and committed to design excellence