Junior Furniture Designer

About Andaman Aisle

Andaman Aisle is a Bengaluru-based bespoke furniture brand focused on designing furniture for the person, not the catalogue. Every piece is crafted to order, collaboratively designed with the client, and built to last. They work with homeowners, architects, and interior designers.

The Role

Hiring a Junior Furniture Designer to support the design process end-to-end, from client briefs to manufacturing handoff. This role involves working closely with the founders, assisting with drawings, quotations, and material selections, and gaining exposure to client conversations and site visits.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Documentation

• Assist in translating client briefs into furniture design concepts, mood boards, and material presentations.
• Prepare working drawings and specifications for manufacturing partners (AutoCAD / SketchUp or equivalent), under guidance.
• Help maintain design documentation through revisions.
• Support review of samples, finishes, and prototypes against design intent.

Client Support

• Assist in client consultations at the showroom or client sites.
• Help prepare and refine concept presentations.
• Learn to manage client expectations on timelines and customisation scope under supervision.

Project Coordination

• Support coordination with manufacturing partners and vendors on schedules and quality checks.
• Accompany site visits to assess spatial requirements and observe installations.
• Work closely with the founders on day-to-day project execution.

Requirements & Tech Stack

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD required.
• SketchUp, 3ds Max, or equivalent 3D tool preferred.
• Basic understanding of furniture materials like wood, stone, upholstery, hardware, and finishes.
• Willingness to learn manufacturing processes on the job.

Interpersonal Skills

• Eager to learn, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking direction.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.
• Kannada or Hindi a plus.
• Comfortable working in a small team where ownership grows quickly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related design discipline.
• 0 to 2 years of professional experience (internships/academic projects count).
• Some exposure to client-facing work is a plus, but not required.
• A portfolio showing design thinking, drawings, or academic/personal furniture projects.