Junior Architect

Company: Archestra

About the Role

An architecture and urban design studio based in Paschim Vihar, Delhi, is looking for a Junior Architectural Designer with 0–1 year of professional experience. The studio focuses on a range of architectural and spatial design projects, including homes, villas, educational spaces, and community-oriented environments, exploring the relationship between buildings, courtyards, natural light, materials, and landscape. This role is ideal for an emerging designer eager to participate in the full design process, from initial ideas to drawings, material exploration, and understanding project realization.

Project Typology / Exposure

• Residential architecture, including houses and villas
• Educational and community-oriented spaces
• Architecture incorporating courtyards, natural light, and landscape
• Material exploration and architectural detailing
• Experimental and modular design initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing architectural concepts, spatial layouts, and design proposals.
• Prepare architectural drawings, digital models, and design presentations.
• Explore materials, natural light, proportions, and architectural details during design development.
• Translate design concepts into drawings and supporting project documentation.
• Research materials, construction approaches, and design references relevant to project requirements.
• Participate in design discussions, brainstorming sessions, and collaborative reviews.
• Assist with developing architectural details and documenting material selections.
• Participate in site visits and support the team in understanding how design decisions translate into built spaces.
• Incorporate feedback and revisions into drawings, models, and presentations.
• Coordinate with the studio team to complete assigned tasks and project deliverables.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Familiarity with architectural drafting, modelling, or visualisation tools.

Qualifications

• A degree in Architecture, a relevant architectural design qualification, or Interior Design.
• 0–1 year of professional experience; recent graduates are welcome.
• Understanding of architectural design principles, spatial planning, and drawing conventions.
• Ability to communicate design ideas through sketches, drawings, models, or presentations.
• Interest in materials, natural light, landscape integration, and architectural detailing.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn through feedback and collaboration.
• Ability to contribute ideas, ask questions, and participate in the design process.
• A portfolio demonstrating academic or professional design work.

Work Schedule:

• Location: Paschim Vihar, Delhi
• Working Days: Monday to Saturday (9:30 am to 5:30 pm); (2nd & 4th Saturday off)