Furniture Designer

Company Description Tectona Grandis Furniture (TGF) is a design-led furniture studio founded in 2015, specializing in original, contemporary furniture with clear design language and lasting relevance. Based in Ahmedabad, TGF works across residential, hospitality, workplace, and institutional spaces, collaborating with architects, interior designers, developers, and homeowners in India and international markets. The studio combines design integrity, material honesty, skilled craftsmanship, and thoughtful personalization to deliver dependable, high-quality solutions. Its collections span seating, sofas, tables, beds, storage, swings, semi-outdoor furniture, lighting, and signature ranges, alongside customization, made-to-order furniture, material consultation, and project support. TGF focuses on tailored choices of size, fabric, materials, and finishes to meet diverse project requirements.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Designer role based in Ahmedabad. The Designer will develop original design concepts, refine designs from brief to final specification, and create detailed drawings and 3D models for production. Responsibilities include collaborating with the design and carpentry teams to ensure feasibility, selecting materials and finishes aligned with TGF’s design language, and preparing clear documentation for manufacturing. The role involves working closely with architects, interior designers, and project stakeholders to interpret requirements, support customization, and adapt designs for residential, hospitality, workplace, and institutional projects.
Qualifications
Strong skills in Interior space planning, Furniture Design and Product Design, with the ability to translate concepts into functional, aesthetically coherent pieces.
Hands-on understanding of Carpentry and furniture construction techniques to ensure designs are practical and manufacturable.
Strong client communication skills to ensure a smooth process of the project.
Experience working with Furniture collections across seating, tables, storage, and other pieces, including made-to-order and customized solutions.
Exposure to Interior Design principles and spatial planning to integrate furniture effectively into residential, hospitality, workplace, and institutional environments.
Proficiency in design and drafting software (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, SolidWorks, or similar) for 2D drawings and 3D modeling.
Knowledge of materials, finishes, upholstery, and hardware, with attention to durability, comfort, and visual harmony.
Strong visual communication skills, including sketching, mood boards, and presentation layouts for internal teams and clients.
Ability to collaborate with workshops, vendors, and craftspeople, and to follow through from concept to finished product.
Relevant degree or diploma in Furniture Design, Product Design, Interior Design, Industrial Design, or a closely related field.

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