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APPLY HERE If you’re a seasoned interior designer looking for more than just another project pipeline, this opportunity may be exactly what you’ve been waiting for. A long-standing DBI client in San Francisco is seeking a Senior Interior Designer to join their growing commercial interiors studio — and this role [...]

For many architects and designers, working abroad is more than a career move — it’s a life-changing experience. International experience can expand your design perspective, strengthen your adaptability, diversify your portfolio, and dramatically grow your professional network. In today’s increasingly global design industry, architecture professionals are finding more opportunities than [...]

APPLY HERE! In today’s architecture industry, truly transformative leadership roles are rare. Most positions focus on either design, operations, or client management. The Principal / Studio Leader role combines all three—offering a unique opportunity for a visionary leader to shape projects, influence company growth, mentor teams, and build a lasting [...]

The interior design industry is experiencing impressive growth—currently expanding at an estimated rate of 4.5%. With this momentum comes increased competition, not just for clients, but for talent. Today’s top designers are highly selective, creative professionals who know their value—and they have options. For design firms looking to grow, the [...]

APPLY HERE! In today’s evolving architecture and engineering landscape, firms are looking beyond traditional roles and embracing a new kind of leader: the Rainmaker Architect. This hybrid position blends design excellence, business strategy, and client relationship mastery into one high-impact role. At its core, the Rainmaker Architect is both a [...]

Every business has its star players. The first tier brings business, culture, and organization to the company. The second tier manages the day-to-day tasks, and the third tier is in the trenches, bringing their A game to the front. If any one of these people leaves, they can create a [...]

APPLY HERE In today’s fast-paced design and construction landscape, the role of a Senior Project Designer or Project Lead goes far beyond creating compelling visuals—it’s about leading people, aligning vision, and delivering results from concept to completion. At its core, this role is a bridge between creativity and execution. Senior [...]

At a time when much of the United States is struggling with a housing shortage, Houston stands apart. It’s the largest city in the country without traditional zoning—and while that often draws criticism, it may also offer an important clue to a pressing question: How do we build enough housing [...]

I am sharing this Design + Dialogue from a few years ago as I think some of the fast-paced, fast growth of 2023 is happening again in 2026.  Check it out and let me know if any of these would help in your firm.

Location: Remote Job Type: Contract, Part-Time (with potential to transition to Full-Time) About the Role DBI (www.dbifirm.com) is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Recruiting Sourcer with a strong understanding of the architecture and interior design industry. This role will focus on identifying, engaging, and building pipelines of high-quality candidates for [...]

Many people assume that careers in art and design are difficult to sustain—but architecture stands apart. With continued growth in the U.S. real estate and development sectors, architecture remains not only viable but deeply rewarding. Beyond stability, it offers a unique combination of creativity, impact, and long-term career value. Here’s [...]

DBI is currently supporting a global client in the search for a Senior Interior Project Manager based in San Francisco—an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals ready to make a meaningful impact in healthcare design. This role is ideal for someone with 10–15+ years of healthcare interiors experience who thrives in [...]

We are seeking a highly skilled and licensed Senior Architect to lead complex architectural projects from concept through completion. The Senior Architect will be responsible for design leadership, project delivery oversight, client coordination, and team mentoring. This role requires deep technical knowledge, creative excellence, and the ability to manage multidisciplinary [...]

Architecture and design firms are navigating a market that demands both speed and flexibility. Projects ramp up quickly, timelines shift, and specialized expertise is often required on short notice. In this environment, contract professionals are becoming one of the smartest ways for firms to stay competitive. Contract talent isn’t just [...]

One of the worst feelings in the world is opening a rejection letter. You didn’t get the job. That resume you worked so hard to put together, prepared endlessly for the interview, and brought your A-game all seems futile now. You begin to start questioning everything and ponder over everything [...]

DBI is excited to partner with one of our long-standing clients in Austin, Texas, as they search for a Senior Designer specializing in high-end residential architecture and interiors. With over 20 years of experience creating thoughtful, custom homes, this firm is known for design excellence, close client collaboration, and a [...]

We are seeking an exceptional Rainmaker Architect—a visionary leader with the talent, drive, and entrepreneurial mindset to guide and grow a high-performing architecture and engineering studio. This person will oversee a team of approximately 14 professionals and work closely with firm leadership to expand the organization’s reach, capabilities, and long-term [...]

DBI is a global recruiting firm focused on the Architecture and Interior Design Industry. Each year, we place candidates across the globe, supporting their career growth and goals. We love what we do and enjoy seeing our candidates flourish as they join exciting firms and further their careers, but we [...]

Project Manager / Architect (10+ Years) Lead beautiful, highly crafted residential work — and help shape what’s next. We’re looking for an exceptional Project Manager / Architect with 10+ years of experience to lead the design and documentation of high-end, custom residential projects that demand serious craft, clarity, and attention [...]

Regardless of your portfolio’s brilliance, you may be overlooked for prime positions with firms due to one glaring omission: you’re not using the right keywords in your architecture resume. Keywords are everything in today’s digital world, especially for jobseekers. Architecture and design firms also rely on the right keywords to [...]