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SPACES, Inc.

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Design Assistant / Designer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Interior Design / Build Studio offering full service design, seeks Design Assistant / Designer. Product knowledge and experience a plus, assisting with client meetings, design planning and schemes ...

SPACES, Inc.

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Design Assistant / Designer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Interior Design / Build Studio offering full service design, seeks Design Assistant / Designer. Product knowledge and experience a plus, assisting with client meetings, design planning and schemes ...

Homee

Interior Design Intern

West Hollywood, CA · On-site

You will work in the Design department to assist both Homee Interior Stylists and Design Assistants with projects related to our service. The Interior Design intern will not only be working in the ...

Cherry Talent Group

Design Assistant

Nashville, TN

$45K - $55K/yr

Position Overview Our client is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Design Assistant who is eager to learn, passionate about interior design, and excited to build a long-term career in residential ...

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Homee

Interior Design Intern

West Hollywood, CA

You will work in the Design department to assist both Homee Interior Stylists and Design Assistants with projects related to our service. The Interior Design intern will not only be working in the ...

CMR University

Assistant Professor - Interior Design Fashion Design * Assistant Professor -Fashion Design Communication Design * Assistant Professor -Communication Design For details on Qualifications and ...

Studio Schicketanz

Interior Designer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$32 - $42/hr

We are seeking a Interior Designer to join our team! Studio Schicketanz is a full-service ... Work with the design assistant to keep furniture spreadsheets updated for order processing * Work ...

Studio Schicketanz

Interior Designer

Carmel, CA · On-site

$32 - $42/hr

We are seeking a Interior Designer to join our team! Studio Schicketanz is a full-service ... Work with the design assistant to keep furniture spreadsheets updated for order processing * Work ...

Studio Schicketanz

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Interior Designer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$32 - $42/hr

We are seeking a Interior Designer to join our team! Studio Schicketanz is a full-service ... Work with the design assistant to keep furniture spreadsheets updated for order processing * Work ...

Studio Schicketanz

Interior Designer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$32 - $42/hr

We are seeking a Interior Designer to join our team! Studio Schicketanz is a full-service ... Work with the design assistant to keep furniture spreadsheets updated for order processing * Work ...

Jaque Bethke Design

Design Assistant

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

Salary: $70,000$80,000 DOE Design Assistant Full-Time | In-Person | Scottsdale, AZ Travel Required ... Background or strong interest in interior architecture, interior design, or technical design ...

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How much do interior design assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for interior design assistant in the United States is $25.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.95 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Interior Design Assistants in managing multiple projects simultaneously?

Interior Design Assistants often juggle several projects at once, which can make time management and organization challenging. Balancing administrative tasks, sourcing materials, and supporting designers while meeting tight deadlines requires strong multitasking skills. Effective communication with vendors, contractors, and the design team is crucial to ensure that project timelines are met and client expectations are managed. Staying adaptable and proactive helps Interior Design Assistants handle shifting priorities and unexpected changes during the design process.

What is the difference between Interior Design Assistant vs Interior Decorator?

AspectInterior Design AssistantInterior Decorator
CredentialsTypically requires a degree or coursework in interior design or related fieldNo formal credentials required, focus on aesthetic choices
Work EnvironmentWorks closely with interior designers, architects, and clients on design plansFocuses on decorating spaces, selecting furnishings, and styling
Employer & Industry UsageEmployed by interior design firms, architecture firms, or as freelancersHired by homeowners, retail stores, or event planners for styling projects

In summary, an Interior Design Assistant supports the design process with technical and administrative tasks, often requiring formal education, while an Interior Decorator focuses on aesthetic styling and furnishings without necessarily needing formal credentials.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Interior Design Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Interior Design Assistant, you need a solid understanding of design principles, spatial planning, and color theory, often supported by a relevant degree or coursework. Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you collaborate with designers, clients, and vendors. These skills are essential for supporting smooth project execution and ensuring creative visions are accurately realized.

What Does an Interior Design Assistant Do?

As an interior design assistant, you perform a number of administrative, clerical, and creative duties under the supervision of an interior designer. You communicate with the client to arrange meetings and consultations with the designer, collect photographs and measure rooms during a site visit, and provide the client and the designer with samples, mock-ups, and reports on budgets. You also have administrative responsibilities, which involve dealing with the various vendors your boss uses, such as the furniture supplier, hardware store, and contractors who may be used to complete a job.

What does an Interior Design Assistant do?

An Interior Design Assistant supports lead designers by helping with project planning, sourcing materials, preparing presentations, and coordinating with vendors and clients. They often handle administrative tasks, maintain sample libraries, and assist during site visits to ensure design projects run smoothly. Their role is essential for keeping projects organized and on track, while also gaining valuable hands-on experience in the interior design field.
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Infographic showing various Interior Design Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,697 per year, or $25.3 per hour.
Interior Design Assistant - Part-time Carpenter

Interior Design Assistant - Part-time Carpenter

Cathy Hobbs Design Recipes

Highland, NY • On-site

$22 - $24/hr

Part-time

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Interior Design Assistant/Carpenter
Location: Hudson Valley (Highland, NY headquarters). Must live within reasonable commuting distance — Ulster or Dutchess County, or within 15–45 minutes of Highland.
Type: Part-Time

A rare hybrid role: the eye of a stylist, the hands of a carpenter
We're looking for someone who can do two things genuinely well, build beautiful creative looks for high-end stagings and repair, reinforce, and restore the furniture that makes those looks possible. This is one role for one person who is both. If you have a real eye for styling and you're also the kind of maker who's comfortable with a clamp, wood glue, and a saw, keep reading.

You'll work inside our Creative Looks department at Highland Passive House, the first multi-use Passive House Certified warehouse in North America, a stunning design center set on four acres surrounded by orchards in the Hudson Valley.

Cathy Hobbs Design Recipes (CHDR) is led by 5-time Emmy Award–winning television host, author, and HGTV Design Star finalist Cathy Hobbs. We're consistently ranked among the Top 10 staging companies in the U.S. and Top 5 in Manhattan, with honors including Top 10 Luxury Vacant Staging and Top 10 Short-Term Rental Staging of the Year. We specialize exclusively in real estate staging, styling, and short-term rental and vacation home design, not traditional interior design, so the best fit is someone who lives and breathes visual merchandising and loves working with their hands.

What you'll do:
Styling & Creative Looks:
  • Build creative looks, vignettes, and accessory groupings for high-end stagings.
  • Pull and curate accessories alongside our design team.
  • Help maintain the eye and standard that defines the CHDR brand.
Carpentry & Furniture Restoration:
  • Repair, reinforce, and restore wood furniture — joinery, gluing, clamping, minor rebuilds.
  • Touch up and repair artwork and framing.
  • Keep our inventory install-ready, sturdy, and pristine.
Inventory & Creative Looks Support:
  • Organize and maintain our accessories library and curated collection.
  • Kit and stage accessories so the team can pull quickly and beautifully.
  • Support both the Hudson Valley and Manhattan design teams as needed.

Who you are (both required):
  • You have a genuine eye for styling, visual merchandising, or prop styling — ideally in home decor.
  • You have real carpentry skills — you can repair, reinforce, and restore wood furniture, and you're comfortable with basic woodworking tools and techniques.
  • You're a self-starter who brings fresh ideas to inventory and creative looks.
  • You're impeccably organized and take pride in a beautiful, orderly space.
  • You're not shy about physical work — staging and restoration are hands-on.
  • You keep up with trends in interior design and home staging.

A plus, but not required: an AAS or BFA in Interior Design; prior home staging or prop styling experience; visual merchandising experience specifically in home decor (not fashion).

How to apply
A cover letter is required, it's the best way to show us both sides of what you bring, and applications without one won't be reviewed. Tell us about your styling background and your hands-on carpentry experience, and include any photos of furniture you've repaired, restored, or built.

Learn more at www.cathyhobbs.com.