Junior Interior Designer

About B+H Architects

B+H Architects is an internationally recognized, award-winning practice with more than 70 years of experience creating thoughtful solutions through architecture, interior design, landscape, planning, and consulting services. The firm has delivered projects for clients around the world, shaping spaces that are functional, memorable, inspiring, and responsive to their context.

B+H is part of the SJ Group, a broad network of professionals focused on the built environment and on creating a smarter, more sustainable future. The group is headquartered in Singapore and includes a global workforce of 16,000 across member companies such as AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA, SMEC, and Surbana Jurong. Together, they operate from more than 120 offices in over 40 countries and provide sustainable, multidisciplinary solutions across the project lifecycle, from early planning and design through delivery and management, serving sectors including transportation, water, aviation, healthcare, hospitality, and renewables.

Opportunity

The Toronto studio is hiring a Junior Interior Designer for its Interiors Practice, with a focus on corporate workspace projects. This role suits someone highly motivated, creatively driven, and eager to contribute to a fast-paced, collaborative, high-performing team within a global, multidisciplinary environment. The position involves working closely with architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers, regulators, and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the team to create persuasive, clear proposals and presentation materials.
• Join senior team members in client meetings and present ideas effectively when required.
• Develop space plans, with direction, that align with project programs, functional needs, design intent, and applicable building code requirements.
• Contribute to 2D and 3D concept development, with a strong focus on high-quality visual renderings.
• Research and recommend finishes and furnishings that satisfy functional, visual, environmental, and budget goals, while considering how materials, light, colour, and texture shape the space.
• Assist in preparing documentation for the selection, specification, procurement, and installation of furniture and equipment, including detailed layouts and schedules.
• Support the production of design development and contract documents such as plans, elevations, sections, and schedules using REVIT and AutoCAD.
• Develop an understanding of plan requirements, life safety considerations, building codes, and related technical details.
• Apply knowledge of interior design, drafting, detailing, finishes, materials, specifications, codes, contract administration, and business practices.
• Support permit and tender submissions as needed.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• A degree or diploma from a CIDA-accredited interior design program.
• Up to 3 years of experience at a respected interior design or architectural firm.
• Membership in ARIDO or another relevant regulatory body.
• NCIDQ certification completed or currently in progress.
• LEED Green Associate certification completed or currently in progress.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, REVIT, Windows applications such as Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint, plus 3D design tools including Enscape, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.
• A strong portfolio showcasing varied creative work, ideally with a workplace focus; hospitality or healthcare examples are an added advantage.
• Evidence of engagement in the interior design profession through volunteer work, ARIDO or IDC events, or committee participation.
• Comfort with technology and the ability to quickly learn new software and applications.
• Advanced proficiency in REVIT for both planning and 3D modeling.
• Ability to work independently while knowing when to seek guidance and support.
• Open to coaching, feedback, and rapid learning.
• Excellent time management and organizational ability.
• A positive attitude, patience, and genuine passion for the work.

About the Firm

B+H is a global full-service design firm known for sustainable design, technical excellence, and delivering complex, large-scale projects. With 70 years of design innovation and problem-solving behind it, the firm brings deep expertise and agility to every client relationship. Its mission is to create high-performance, sustainable communities, buildings, and environments that improve human well-being and support the health of the planet.

The practice spans ten studios across Toronto, Vancouver, Seattle, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, and Ho Chi Minh City. Its teams include architects, interior designers, planners, landscape architects, organizational design specialists, experience designers, researchers, analysts, and brand strategists who combine strategic thinking, bold creativity, and advanced technology. The firm values experimentation, collaboration, and the pursuit of the strongest idea, while also delivering polished, well-executed outcomes.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility

B+H is committed to building an equitable, inclusive, and respectful workplace. The company encourages applications from people with historically underrepresented or systemically disadvantaged backgrounds, including Indigenous, Black, and racialized people, people with disabilities, women, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Accommodation is available throughout the hiring process and confidential support can be requested from the People & Culture team.

The recruitment process is designed to be accessible, and candidates may request reasonable adjustments such as alternate application formats or additional support. Feedback on the process is welcomed.

Agency Notice

Unsolicited resumes or CVs submitted through the company website or to employees’ personal email addresses may be treated as company property, and agency fees will not be paid for those submissions. Only agencies with a formal written agreement and an invitation from the Recruitment Team may submit candidates for specific roles.

Additional Information

The workplace culture emphasizes talent, hard work, teamwork, creativity, collaboration, and a positive, fun environment.