Design+Dialogue

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 [...]

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 [...]

For a decade, the American mall has been treated like a cultural fossil—an oversized, inward-facing relic undone by Amazon, overexpansion, and the slow collapse of department store anchors. But change is afoot. The mall isn’t dead. It’s being reprogrammed. And at the center of that transformation is Gen Z.  Not [...]

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 [...]

This video is a few years old, and while the circumstances were different then, the great resignation, the tips on motivating and keeping your team inspired and engaged are still true.

The Senior Designer role offers experienced commercial interior designers the opportunity to lead projects from concept through installation while working in a fast-paced, specialized design environment. In this position, designers take full ownership of their work—guiding clients, making key design decisions, and delivering fully realized, buildable solutions. The role blends [...]

For architects and designers, the word bespoke carries weight. It suggests narrative, material integrity, contextual sensitivity, and a freedom to shape space without compromise. But when developing a bespoke hotel property, one question inevitably arises: Should the project align with a large global hotel brand — or remain independent? For [...]

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 [...]

Technical skills and creative abilities are crucial for success in the design industry. However, it is equally important to recognize the significance of soft skills, which play a vital role in shaping a designer’s career trajectory. Soft skills include a range of interpersonal and communication abilities that enable professionals to [...]

DBI is supporting a Senior Interior Project Manager for our global client in San Francisco. This role is for a Senior Interior Project Manager with 10-15 (or more) years of workplace or corporate interior experience. If the next step in your career is to support workplace projects on a global [...]

If everyone in your firm is designing, who’s tracking the project’s progress? Your project manager! Project managers play a crucial role in overseeing and successfully executing architectural projects. They manage various complex tasks, coordinate with clients and stakeholders, and ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. However, [...]

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 [...]

There’s no question that the new year has brought continued uncertainty for the architecture and design industries, as the global pandemic continues to affect the economy. But times of hardship offer the perfect opportunity to build resilience in your career. Below are some tips to create resilience in your career [...]