About This Role
Working closely with the owner on luxury villa projects, the Architectural Designer will develop concepts into coordinated, detailed, and practical construction drawings. This role suits an architect with strong design judgment and a deep understanding of building construction, material performance, and the integration of architecture, interiors, structure, and building services.
Responsibilities
- Develop site planning, architectural concepts, layouts, elevations, and sections suited to the site, climate, and client’s requirements
- Prepare comprehensive working drawings covering setting-out, levels, dimensions, masonry, openings, staircases, wet areas, terraces, and external works
- Develop construction details for façades, roofs, waterproofing, drainage, doors, windows, glazing, railings, flooring, joinery, and material junctions
- Coordinate electrical, lighting, plumbing, drainage, HVAC, home automation, security, and other services with the respective consultants
- Integrate structural requirements into the architectural drawings, identifying conflicts involving columns, beams, slabs, openings, and service routes
- Prepare interior details for kitchens, bathrooms, wardrobes, ceilings, panelling, built-in furniture, and other customised elements
- Evaluate materials for appearance, durability, maintenance, availability, cost, and suitability for the intended application
- Incorporate passive design, shading, daylight, ventilation, water conservation, and energy efficiency into the design
- Prepare specifications, schedules, and quantity inputs; support material comparisons, procurement, and contractor evaluation
- Review consultant drawings, contractor shop drawings, samples, and mock-ups
- Conduct site visits, resolve execution queries, and maintain drawing revisions, approvals, and as-built records
- Monitor design execution against agreed quality, budget, and timelines
Requirements
- B.Arch; Council of Architecture registration preferred
- Demonstrated experience in premium residences, independent homes, or luxury villas
- Strong command of working drawings and construction detailing, supported by completed project examples
- Practical understanding of waterproofing, building envelopes, wet-area design, and service coordination
- Knowledge of stone, wood, metal, glass, concrete, finishes, and their installation requirements
- Ability to assess buildability, tolerances, maintenance access, and long-term material performance
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and a relevant 3D/BIM platform such as Revit, Archicad, or SketchUp
- Ability to communicate clearly with clients, consultants, vendors, and site teams
- Strong attention to detail, drawing discipline, and ownership of deliverables
