Interior Designer
About Pacaso:
Pacaso exists to enrich lives by making second home ownership possible and enjoyable for more people. Our innovative co-ownership model is the easiest, smartest and most responsible way for people to experience the joy of a second home. We provide all the benefits of true ownership without the hassles through our simplified financial structure, easy and equitable scheduling, and dedicated local property management.Founded by former Zillow executives, Pacaso has facilitated over $1 billion in gross real estate transactions and service fees across more than 40 markets nationwide, as well as internationally in Paris, London, and Cabo.
We have been featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Fortune, Forbes, CNBC and more.Pacaso is a certified Great Place to Work and has received numerous accolades for its workplace culture. Fortune and Great Place To Work named Pacaso to the 2024 Best Workplaces in Real Estate list. In 2023, Pacaso was recognized as a Best Workplace in the Bay Area™, and in 2022, it ranked among the Best Medium Workplaces™, Best Workplaces for Real Estate™, and Best Workplaces for Millennials™. Additionally, Pacaso was ranked #6 on Glassdoor's 2022 list of Best Places to Work and was one of LinkedIn's top startups in 2022.
What you will do
- Conduct interior design work (FF&E) for new homes in the Pacaso portfolio and drive the work from concept to delivery; partner with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders to hit tight production timelines and deliver on our brand promise
- Conduct design work for existing Pacasos, including sourcing replacement FF&E, performing regular design audits, and leading full-home design refreshes
- Develop unique concept and schematic designs and present them in an elegant visual format that’s owner-facing and ready to share as Sales collateral
- Conduct remote property reviews and collaborate with cross-functional partners on budget, schedule, capital upgrades, owner requests, sales strategy, and merchandising
- Adhere to Pacaso design standards around aesthetics, functionality, performance, and owner experience; consider each property’s unique needs while honoring the brand at large
- Develop smart design solutions that balance standards, cost, product availability, preferred vendors, quick turnaround timelines, and existing FF&E assortment
- Support broader Supply Chain team in developing strategies that accelerate growth while increasing design quality and operational efficiency
- Support expansion strategy into new markets and global regions; work closely with Director of Supply Chain and cross-functional partners to mitigate risks
- Work closely with Procurement and Sourcing to define criteria for FF&E / OS&E, identify sources, and build successful partnerships
- Collaborate with Marketing on content that drives brand recognition and value; serve as an external brand ambassador for Pacaso at conferences, trade fairs, exhibitions, and design weeks
- Partner with local Market Operations team, logistics partners, and Onboarding team to support installation; travel to onboardings and manage in-person staging and styling, as needed
- Support the development of junior designers, and help coach them via ongoing trainings and skill-shares
About you
- Bachelor's degree in Interiors or Architecture (NCIDQ / CID preferred)
- 5+ years of professional experience with a focus on high-end residential and/or hospitality; growth-stage startup experience strongly preferred
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with concept development, schematics, and design development
- Outstanding design presentation skills; experience in creating high-level graphic client presentations
- Experience coordinating with interior finish and furniture vendors; you have a network of established vendor relationships
- Excellent organizational skills with an eye for detail, deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects at once
- Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to thrive in a highly ambiguous, fast-paced environment; you have a passion for doing design differently
- Extensive knowledge of furniture, architecture, and current design trends, as well as FF&E vendors and custom solutions for high-end residential and hospitality projects; global sourcing and product development experience preferred
- Proficiency in Revit and Autocad required; proficiency in modeling software including SketchUp Pro and Rhino preferred
- Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (including InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat,
- Illustrator) and G-Suite programs (including Slides, Sheets, and Docs) required;
- proficiency in Excel a plus
- Experience with Houzz and Canva preferred
- Collaborative, team-first mindset; great sense of humor, humility, and positive spirit!
You’ll love working at Pacaso because of our ...
- Competitive salary and stock options.
- Unlimited, flexible PTO for exempt employees.
- Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Sponsored memberships to One Medical, Ginger and Carrot.
- 401(k) to help you save for the future.
- Paid maternity and paternity leave.
- Generous home office stipend and monthly cell phone reimbursement.
- Quarterly remote team building events and L&D opportunities.
Pacaso encourages applications from people of all races, religions, national origins, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and ages, as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities.