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The Orb — Lisbon
Freelance Lisbon

Interior Designer (Freelance)

A freelance, project-based role for an experienced interior designer to lead the design and project management of Orb's residential and hospitality projects.

Lisbon · Freelance · Project-based · Starting as soon as possible

About Orb

Orb is a new cultural destination opening in Lisbon in October 2026, bringing together collectible design, art, craftsmanship, hospitality, and cultural programming within a single space.

Alongside the gallery and tea house, Orb designs interiors for private clients and hospitality partners: homes, hotels, and spaces where collectible design, craft, and architecture live together.

We are looking for an experienced Interior Designer to help us design and deliver these projects.

The Role

This is a freelance, project-based role. You will work closely with the founder on residential and hospitality projects, leading both the design and the project management, from the first concept to the final installation.

We are looking for someone who is as strong on site and in a budget sheet as they are on a moodboard.

Key Responsibilities

Design

  • Develop concepts, space plans, and design narratives for residential and hospitality projects.
  • Prepare drawings, material and finish palettes, and client presentations.
  • Specify furniture, lighting, finishes, and FF&E, including collectible pieces from Orb's network of designers and makers.
  • Work with custom makers and artisans on bespoke pieces.

Project Management

  • Plan and manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
  • Coordinate architects, contractors, suppliers, and consultants.
  • Manage procurement, orders, lead times, and deliveries.
  • Run site visits and keep clients informed at every stage.
  • Oversee installation and styling through to handover.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in interior design, with completed residential and hospitality projects.
  • Proven experience managing projects from concept to completion, including budgets, schedules, and contractors.
  • A strong portfolio showing built work.
  • Degree in interior design, architecture, or a related field.
  • Fluent in AutoCAD and SketchUp or Rhino; rendering experience (Enscape, V-Ray, D5 or similar) is a plus.
  • Confident with Adobe InDesign / Photoshop for presentations and specification documents.
  • Experience with FF&E specification, procurement, and supplier coordination.
  • Knowledge of collectible design, craft, and contemporary furniture.
  • Fluent English. Portuguese and/or Spanish are a strong plus.
  • Able to work freelance and invoice independently.
  • Available to travel for site visits when needed.

What We Offer

  • Meaningful residential and hospitality projects with a strong design point of view.
  • Direct access to Orb's network of international designers, artists, and makers.
  • A close, flexible working relationship with the founder.
  • Project-based fees aligned with experience and scope.

Location

Lisbon, Portugal. Remote collaboration is possible, with travel to site when needed.

Start Date

As soon as possible.

How to Apply

Send your portfolio, CV, availability, and day rate to hello@the-orb.com with the subject “Interior Designer”.

Apply

Send your CV and a short note about your background and why this role interests you. We'd love to hear about the artists, designers, galleries, spaces, or cultural projects that inspire you, as well as any experience you have working with clients, collectors, or design-focused environments.