--- title: 'INTERIOR DESIGNER at APPARATUS' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/interior-designer-apparatus-new-york-hw5x9886xdqm' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-22' --- # INTERIOR DESIGNER at APPARATUS - **Company:** APPARATUS - **Location:** New York, NY - **Posted:** 2023-09-01 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-22 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/apparatus/jobs/4966647004 ## Job description ## INTERIOR DESIGNER APPARATUS is a New York-based design studio that explores the relationship of lighting, furniture and objects in immersive environments, threading the historical and the cultural through a modern lens. An Interior Designer works within the APPARATUS Interiors team across multiple categories of built environments, moving deftly between the ephemeral and long term. This includes interior project scopes of new galleries, exhibition and set design, maintenance of galleries, visual standards and facilities project support. ## RESPONSIBILITIES - Produce detailed construction drawings; including plans, elevations, details, custom millwork and upholstery to APPARATUS standards that meet and exceed industry drafting standards. - Exhibit and communicate knowledge of design history and an agility to move between styles and references with awareness of materiality and fabrication techniques. - Support project initiatives with hands-on work including lite prototyping, fixture, furniture and hardware installation as well as installation of decorative furnishings, including and not limited to upholstery, artwork, accessories, and drapery. - Work with the Director of Interiors to source, specify, and price materials for Interiors projects. This includes trade showroom visits, compiling material schedules, and preparing purchase orders from APPARATUS standardized forms. - Create and maintain 3D models in Rhino. - Collaborate closely with peers in APPARATUS Interiors and Product teams while fostering an environment of respect, support, and camaraderie. ## SKILLS - Knowledge of AutoCAD, Rhino, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office. - Familiarity and experience with a suite of Interior Design skills as FF&E sourcing and specifications, knowledge of upholstery and furniture fabrication techniques and drawings, introductory knowledge of building codes and fluent in design industry ergonomic standards. - Strong aesthetic and presentation skills, with a keen eye for detail. - Excellent verbal and communications skills with accountability and follow-through. - Understanding of all phases of design from concept development, drawing documentation, through installation and maintenance. - Ability to work across multiple concurrent APPARATUS Interiors projects. - Excellent time-management skills, to work under pressure and deliver projects under tight deadlines. - Critical thinking with the ability to foresee problems and vocalize solutions. - Ability to respond professionally to critical feedback and be proactive in seeking support when required. ## EXPERIENCE - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field. - 5 + years of professional working experience in high-end interior design or set design; fabrication/shop experience is a plus. - Experience in a business that requires a team to execute the common vision, understands the value of the individual and the team. - Proven ability in a high-paced environment that values consistency, efficiency, and excellence. ## WORK SCHEDULE - Position is based in the APPARATUS New York studio and is not remote. - Full-time studio hours: Monday-Friday generally 10:00AM – 6:00PM. - Longer hours and weekend availability as needed. Possible travel opportunities to support Installations. ## PERFORMANCE REVIEW - Annual performance review. Salary from $90,000 This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position is based in our New York Studio. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. ## About APPARATUS ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: APPARATUS is a New York-based interdisciplinary design studio that creates lighting, furniture, and objects, blending modernist principles with handcrafted luxury. - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held) - **Headquarters**: New York, New York, United States - **Founded**: 2012 - **Founders**: Gabriel Hendifar and Jeremy Anderson ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Luxury design, furniture and lighting manufacturing, retail (classified as Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry on LinkedIn). - **Target customers**: B2C (luxury consumers, interior designers) and B2B (architects, hospitality, commercial projects). - **Mission/purpose**: “Objects are accessories to the human experience and enrich the way we live.” The studio follows the modernist principle of *Gesamtkunstwerk* (total work of art), where each collection creates a holistic world. ## Products & Services - **Lighting**: Hand-patinated brass fixtures combined with materials like marble, suede, horsehair, lacquer, and porcelain. Made in the studio’s dedicated New York factory. - **Furniture**: Chairs, tables, and other pieces that balance mechanization with handcraft. - **Objects**: Decorative accessories that complete the studio’s vision. - **Interior Design**: Full-service interior design for residential and commercial spaces, staffed by an in-house interiors team. - **Galleries**: Showrooms in New York (124 W 30th St), Los Angeles, and London that communicate the studio’s design ethos. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not disclosed (private company). - **Estimated Revenue**: USD 5,000,000 – 25,000,000 per year (LinkedIn estimate). - **Employees**: 53 as of 2026, with year-over-year growth of +6.7% (LinkedIn). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not publicly listed; the company is independently owned. - **Growth Signals**: LinkedIn follower growth of +21.6% year-over-year; active hiring in product design, interiors, manufacturing, and sales; expansion of galleries (London opened in recent years). ## Competitive Advantages - **Artistic direction**: CEO and Artistic Director Gabriel Hendifar drives a singular vision that is rare in the luxury design space. - **In-house manufacturing**: A dedicated factory in Brooklyn, New York, allows close control over craftsmanship and material quality. - **Handcrafted luxury**: Each piece emphasizes the human hand, using hand-patinated brass and sensual materials, creating a distinct aesthetic that is difficult to replicate. - **Strong brand identity**: The “total work of art” approach and high-end gallery presence in three major cities create a compelling brand story. ## Strategic Focus - **Growth**: Continued expansion of the gallery network and product categories. - **Talent acquisition**: Currently hiring for Senior Product Designer, Interior Designer, Finishing Manager, and Client Manager (London), indicating a focus on scaling design, production, and sales teams. - **Craft & quality**: Maintaining the balance between mechanization and hand-made perfection while growing production. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: The company describes itself as “distinguished by a rare blend of courtesy and intellectual energy.” Employee reviews (3.2/5 overall) highlight compensation (3.8) and culture (3.6) as strengths, though work-life balance (3.1) and career growth (3.1) are areas for improvement. - **Work Environment**: Hands-on roles in manufacturing (Red Hook, Brooklyn) and design-forward roles in the New York studio; also opportunities in Los Angeles and London. - **Notable Perks**: Not explicitly listed, but the company offers a creative, collaborative environment focused on high-end craftsmanship. - **Engineering/Design Culture**: Emphasis on small-studio craftsmanship, prototyping, and material exploration. The studio values “life experience and inspired ideas” in candidates. ## Sources 1. [apparatusstudio.com – About](https://apparatusstudio.com/pages/about) 2. [apparatusstudio.com – Careers](https://apparatusstudio.com/pages/careers) 3. [greenhouse.io – Jobs at APPARATUS](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/apparatus) 4. 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