Design+Dialogue

Every job offer comes with a number. Sometimes it’s a bigger number than you’ve ever seen before. Sometimes it’s enough to make you stop asking questions. Sometimes it’s enough to convince you to ignore the concerns quietly forming in the back of your mind. That’s understandable. Compensation matters. Work is [...]

APPLY HERE! Healthcare environments have the power to influence healing, improve patient outcomes, and support the well-being of entire communities. Behind every exceptional healthcare space is a team of visionary designers and project leaders who transform complex challenges into meaningful experiences. If you’re an experienced healthcare interior design professional looking [...]

Apply Today 📧 design@dbifirm.com 🌐 www.dbifirm.com 📞 888-774-9161 Remote | Full-Time | Growth Opportunity Help Build Relationships Across the Architecture & Design Industry DBI is one of the nation’s leading executive search firms specializing in Architecture and Interior Design. For more than 18 years, we’ve helped clients identify exceptional talent [...]

Many leaders look the other way when conflict arises — and for understandable reasons. Conflict is uncomfortable. Most people avoid disagreements because they fear being seen as “the mean person” or worry they might say something they’ll regret. Instead, they ignore the issue, hoping it will resolve itself or that [...]

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 [...]

How the Next Generation Is Redefining Luxury, Convenience, and Brand Experience For decades, hospitality brands competed on polish, prestige, and predictability. Luxury meant marble lobbies, formal service, and excess. Convenience meant proximity. Branding meant consistency.  But the next 50 years of hospitality will not be defined by permanence — they [...]

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 [...]

As we move through 2026, firms are navigating a fast-paced onslaught of new projects starting, projects, once on hold, starting up, and the pressure to build teams quickly. At the same time, the pace of technological change has accelerated. The shift from AutoCAD to BIM platforms like Revit is now [...]

Apply Here! If you’re an interior designer who’s been waiting for the right opportunity—not just another role—this might be it.  This San Francisco-based studio isn’t your typical design firm. It’s a place where creativity meets ownership, where ideas don’t get buried in hierarchy, and where designers are trusted to shape [...]

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 [...]

In this Design + Dialogue video I talk about Career FOMO.  Confused?  Check out the video.

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 [...]

A job should be more than just a source of happiness—it should provide a sense of challenge, purpose, and continuous growth. While feeling content in your role can be positive, it isn’t always a sign that you’re reaching your full potential. True career satisfaction comes from being engaged in meaningful [...]