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Architectural Designer (3-5 Years Experience)

Archinect, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Architectural Designer (3-5 Years Experience) Location: San Francisco Bay Area (Local Candidates Only – Fully Remote or Hybrid)

Studio BANAA is seeking a creative and technically capable

Architectural Designer

with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience—ideally in commercial interiors or hospitality-focused work. This is a full-time position for someone who enjoys working across all project phases, values collaboration, and is excited about thoughtful, concept-driven design.

We are a

hybrid

architecture and interior design studio based in San Francisco, working primarily on café, restaurant, retail, and community-centered projects. Our operations are hybrid, we have the option to work in the office two times a week but are primarily hybrid. We do require all team members to be

based in the Bay Area

due to local project needs, site visits, and consultant coordination.

Qualifications

3-5 years of experience in an architecture firm, preferably with a focus on hospitality or commercial interiors

Masters Degree from an accredited university is required

Proficiency in Revit and SketchUp is required

Ability to produce drawing sets independently and collaborate with a small team

Strong hand sketching ability; experience with digital sketching (e.g., on iPad) is a plus

Comfortable working independently and communicating effectively in a remote setting

Must be currently located in the San Francisco Bay Area

What You’ll Be Doing

Contribute to all phases of project development, from conceptual design and space planning through construction documentation and permitting

Work directly with clients, consultants, and contractors

Participate in internal design reviews and brainstorming sessions

Help develop thoughtful, well-detailed designs for spaces that are both beautiful and functional

What We Offer

Fully remote work environment (Bay Area site presence required when needed)

Full healthcare and dental insurance after a 3-month contract period

Generous paid time off and flexible work hours

Experience across a range of project types and scales

A collaborative, design-focused culture within a small, close-knit team

Opportunities for direct mentorship and growth in both design and project management

About Studio BANAA We’re an architecture and interior design firm specializing in hospitality and architectural interiors—cafés, restaurants, bakeries, and spaces that bring people together. Founded in San Francisco, we take pride in creating spaces that reflect the values and energy of the people who use them. Our team is small, nimble, and committed to thoughtful design and strong execution.

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