Workshop APD
Workshop/APD is an award-winning, multidisciplinary architecture and design firm. From dramatic penthouses and seaside retreats to luxury residential developments and groundbreaking hotels and restaurants, our projects are uniquely defined by a sense of place and purpose and a desire to ultimately enhance users experience through exceptional design. Our aesthetic is timelessly modern but site-specific, unbound by project type or a singular style. Our diverse and collaborative team of creative architects, interior designers, product designers and graphic designers leverage vast and highly varied experiences to solve complex design challenges, resulting in holistic spaces, products and experiences that are exceptionally beautiful and accessible.
The Senior Product Designer will design and document custom furniture, lighting, and accessories aligned with the Workshop/APD brand. They will develop and execute product design with Workshop/APD vision for all projects and collaborations.
Duties & Responsibilities
Creating sketches, renderings, fabrication drawings, and 3D models as necessary to bring designs to full-scale realization. Providing an accurate development schedule and working within set project time constraints. Working closely with designers to develop project details and production details, as well as managing and mentoring junior staff. Tracking and recording product status; drawing approvals and production goals. The design scope includes furniture, lighting, plumbing fixtures, hardware, rugs, wall coverings, and other interior and architectural features. Various other responsibilities are to be outlined throughout your development. Identify opportunities to create and display Workshop Collections product line. Maintain industry knowledge and furniture, materials, lighting, and interior design trends. Select inspiration images and create mood and concept boards. Develop and generate sketches/renderings/models. Partner with the Project Team to create custom pieces that fit within the project concept/aesthetic. Select finishes and materials for custom products, furniture, and lighting. Generate materials and labor cost estimates for products. Serve as liaison with manufacturer to develop independent Workshop Collections product line. Produce documentation for custom products, furniture, and lighting. Acquire samples or generate prototypes as needed. Review manufacturer shop drawings, comment, and approve as required. Coordinate with vendors/consultants/manufacturers. Liaise with Interior Designer (residential) or client representative/purchasing manager (commercial) for purchase, manufacture, and delivery of products. Troubleshoot issues with the manufacturer after production if required. Position Requirements
Professional Degree in Product Design from an accredited program. Minimum 6-8 years of professional experience managing technical projects. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability and willingness to mentor and train staff across multiple disciplines.
Salary & Benefits
Workshop/APD offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, profit sharing 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits, IDP mentorship and ARE/AXP reimbursement, discretionary bonus, and personal time off (vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days). In addition, WAPD offers a comprehensive health and wellness program including discounts, education, prevention training, health coaching, and fitness classes, as well as in-office perks, including an employee lounge and rooftop, outdoor patio for lunches, bi-weekly happy hours, and office supplied food and beverages. Salary is commensurate with experience and available upon request.
New York
$98,000-$120,000 USD
To Apply :
We do not accept phone calls and/or office visits. For any assistance, please reach out hr@workshopapd.com.
The Senior Product Designer will design and document custom furniture, lighting, and accessories aligned with the Workshop/APD brand. They will develop and execute product design with Workshop/APD vision for all projects and collaborations.
Duties & Responsibilities
Creating sketches, renderings, fabrication drawings, and 3D models as necessary to bring designs to full-scale realization. Providing an accurate development schedule and working within set project time constraints. Working closely with designers to develop project details and production details, as well as managing and mentoring junior staff. Tracking and recording product status; drawing approvals and production goals. The design scope includes furniture, lighting, plumbing fixtures, hardware, rugs, wall coverings, and other interior and architectural features. Various other responsibilities are to be outlined throughout your development. Identify opportunities to create and display Workshop Collections product line. Maintain industry knowledge and furniture, materials, lighting, and interior design trends. Select inspiration images and create mood and concept boards. Develop and generate sketches/renderings/models. Partner with the Project Team to create custom pieces that fit within the project concept/aesthetic. Select finishes and materials for custom products, furniture, and lighting. Generate materials and labor cost estimates for products. Serve as liaison with manufacturer to develop independent Workshop Collections product line. Produce documentation for custom products, furniture, and lighting. Acquire samples or generate prototypes as needed. Review manufacturer shop drawings, comment, and approve as required. Coordinate with vendors/consultants/manufacturers. Liaise with Interior Designer (residential) or client representative/purchasing manager (commercial) for purchase, manufacture, and delivery of products. Troubleshoot issues with the manufacturer after production if required. Position Requirements
Professional Degree in Product Design from an accredited program. Minimum 6-8 years of professional experience managing technical projects. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Ability and willingness to mentor and train staff across multiple disciplines.
Salary & Benefits
Workshop/APD offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, vision, profit sharing 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits, IDP mentorship and ARE/AXP reimbursement, discretionary bonus, and personal time off (vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days). In addition, WAPD offers a comprehensive health and wellness program including discounts, education, prevention training, health coaching, and fitness classes, as well as in-office perks, including an employee lounge and rooftop, outdoor patio for lunches, bi-weekly happy hours, and office supplied food and beverages. Salary is commensurate with experience and available upon request.
New York
$98,000-$120,000 USD
To Apply :
We do not accept phone calls and/or office visits. For any assistance, please reach out hr@workshopapd.com.