Studio culture
We are an ambitious and dynamic practice with a strong office culture in the heart of Shoreditch.
AFK is a great place to work. We prioritise social transformation in our projects and aim to build and nurture a team of people who share our purpose and values. Our teams exude passion, energy and commitment and help create an exceptional, friendly and supportive studio environment.
We care about our people, and value the skills and expertise they bring to our offer and, as an equal opportunities employer, we do everything we can to support personal and professional development.
Opportunities
AFK Studios enable people to live, work, and play better. We do this by creating beautiful buildings and inspirational interiors across the world.
AFK is a dynamic and ambitious studio with a strong, supportive office culture. Passionate about social transformation, we build teams that share our values. Self-motivated and highly organised team players with great interpersonal skills will fit right into our energetic, friendly, and collaborative studio. As an equal-opportunities employer, we value each person’s skills and growth and foster both personal and professional development. United by a love for design, our global talent drives innovation and shapes our vibrant culture.
We are always keen to hear from talented designers looking to join our vibrant team to work on prestigious masterplanning, workplace and residential projects and competitions. We are especially interested in hearing from those with a proficiency in Rhino and Grasshopper, as well as those who are passionate about parametric design.
If you're interested, send your CV & portfolio (under 10MB combined) to hello@afkstudios.com , and begin the subject line with the role you are interested in.
Current roles available
We are currently hiring for multiple design roles at various levels of experience to join our already growing team, listed below.
All applicants must have the right to work in the UK with relevant professional certifications, excellent teamwork and collaboration skills, and be self-motivated, organised, and passionate about creating spaces that allow people to live, work and play better.
AFK Studios embrace diversity and inclusion, is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and genders.
Send your application to hello@afkstudios.com, and begin the subject line with the role you are applying for.
Senior Architect
Advanced proficiency in Revit, capable of producing both planning and construction drawings.
Proven ability to lead and manage projects or work packages from inception to completion, ensuring exceptional design, documentation and delivery standards.
Solid understanding of UK building regulations, construction methods, specifications and technical detailing.
Experience in residential and workplace is essential, and hospitality beneficial.
Strong compliance knowledge of statutory and technical requirements, including policies, building regulations/codes and procurement processes.
Excellent communication and project management skills, capable of working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and client-facing roles.
Strong leadership skills with a pioneering spirit.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address technical and construction challenges.
Strong Adobe Suite skills including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Excellent layout and presentation skills is a strong advantage.
Senior Workplace Interior Designer
Over 10 years of experience in workplace is essential, and residential and hospitality beneficial.
Prepared to support ongoing projects and joining an existing team of talented designers at all levels.
Strong passion for designing uplifting and innovative workplaces, with a portfolio that proves this across multiple projects.
Experience in the global and large-scale corporate and legal sectors is essential.
Track record working on workplace interiors across RIBA stages, from Workplace Strategy through to Delivery and post-occupancy evaluations.
Strong network within the London industry is preferred.
Strong compliance knowledge of statutory and technical requirements, including policies, building regulations/codes and procurement processes.
Excellent communication and project management skills, capable of working collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams and client-facing roles.
Strong leadership skills with a pioneering spirit.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced proficiency in Revit for construction drawings is required.
Strong Adobe Suite skills including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Excellent layout and presentation skills is a strong advantage.
Architect
Advanced proficiency in Revit for planning and construction drawings is required.
2–5 years’ of post-qualification experience in workplace is essential, and residential and hospitality beneficial.
Track record working across RIBA Stages 3, 4, and 5.
Experience working on both architectural and interior projects is advantageous.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced Adobe Suite skills including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Excellent layout and presentation skills is an advantage.
Part 2 Architectural Assistant
Good knowledge of Revit in practice is advantageous.
Modelling and visualisation skills using Rhino. Additional other software is a plus.
Strong Adobe Suite skills including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Strong layout and presentation skills is an advantage.
Friendly and creative attitude combined with a flexible approach to working in various teams.