Interior Designer / Interior Architect (French-speaking) for French Switzerland

Project-based collaboration or part-time (up to 60%) | Geneva / Lausanne region

1. Join Upscale — Help us democratize great interior design

Would you like to become part of one of Switzerland’s most innovative interior design platforms? Then we would love to hear from you.

At Upscale, our mission is simple:
beautiful and thoughtful interiors should not be a privilege for a few — everyone deserves a well-designed environment.

We believe great design improves people’s lives. One home at a time.

Upscale is one of Switzerland’s leading platforms for interior architecture and project implementation. We create tailored residential and office concepts for demanding clients and manage the entire project process — from the first idea to the final installation.

Through our platform, clients are matched with the designer who best fits their style, project scope, and personality. The matching is based on style analysis, project specifications, and the experience of our interior designers. Once the concept is developed, clients can order furniture and accessories online or offline, and we coordinate procurement and installation.

Dynamic and highly motivated — that’s how the Upscale team collaborates every day between Zurich and the French-speaking part of Switzerland, both virtually and in person.

If you are excited about helping disrupt the traditional interior design industry and shaping the future of how design services are delivered, we would be delighted to meet you.

Tasks

Your Tasks

As an Interior Designer at Upscale, you will take ownership of projects and guide clients through the entire design journey.

Your responsibilities include:

• Independent project management and client advisory for private residential and office projects
• Concept development and execution planning for interiors, layouts and furnishings
• Budget, timeline and quality control throughout the entire project lifecycle
• Coordination with specialist planners, authorities, contractors and craftsmen
• Supervising implementation until project completion and warranty follow-ups
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of our processes, supplier network and product selection
• Supporting Upscale’s growth through market insights and client feedback

You will work closely with our Zurich team while developing projects in Geneva, Lausanne and the surrounding french speaking region.

Requirements

What We Are Looking For

You have a strong sense for your clients’ needs and are able to translate them into thoughtful and convincing design concepts — whether for a private home or a flexible modern workspace.

Your profile:

• Degree in Interior Architecture or Architecture (BSc / MSc or equivalent FH / ETH / TU / USI)
• Alternatively: qualified architectural drafter (Hochbauzeichner/in) with strong interior design experience
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience
• Strong proficiency in ArchiCAD (essential), Nano Banana Pro
• Familiarity with leading European furniture brands, manufacturers and designers for residential and/or office environments
• Experience in construction supervision or interior fit-out execution
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects
• Confident communication and problem-solving abilities
• Motivated, resilient and structured with a strong attention to detail

Languages:

• Fluent French (essential)
• English or German for collaboration with the Zurich team
• Italian is a plus

Requirements:

• Valid Swiss work permit (B or C)
• Student visas unfortunately cannot be considered.

Benefits

What We Offer

• A creative, varied and meaningful role in a growing design platform
• Collaboration with an international team and a leading Swiss interior design brand
• The opportunity to grow quickly and take responsibility for your own projects
• A flexible collaboration model: project-based or part-time (up to 60%)
• An open, entrepreneurial culture with flat hierarchies and competitive compensation

Interested?

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

Please send us:

• A short motivation letter
• Your CV
• A portfolio or references (residential and/or office projects)

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out anytime. We look forward to meeting you and shaping beautiful spaces together.

Upscale gives customers access to inspiring interior design, high-end furniture selection advice and end-to-end executions of projects. We offer the service in both online and in traditional manner by the hour.