URBANO · 1 day ago
Architectural Designer
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expURBANO is an architecture and preservation practice based in Houston, Texas, focused on transforming existing and historic buildings. The Architectural Designer will develop layouts, produce design concepts, and collaborate closely with project leaders on various architectural projects.
Architecture & Planning
Responsibilities
Develop clear, well-organized layouts and test fits using Revit and Rhino
Support early design studies and spatial exploration
Produce design concepts, diagrams, and presentation materials for client meetings, boards, and proposals
Create renderings and visual studies using Lumion and other rendering tools to clearly communicate design intent
Prepare graphic materials using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Support multiple active projects with strong organization, follow-through, and time management
Collaborate closely with project leaders and respond thoughtfully to feedback
Maintain consistent graphic, drawing, and file standards
Contribute to projects including adaptive reuse, historic preservation, mixed-use, and residential work
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
3+ years of professional experience in architectural design
Proficiency in Revit with the ability to produce accurate, well-organized layouts
Working knowledge of Rhino, Lumion, and rendering workflows
Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite for presentations and visual communication
Strong design sensibility and spatial judgment
Excellent attention to detail and organizational discipline
Demonstrated reliability and ability to meet deadlines
Clear communication skills and comfort working in a collaborative, close-knit studio environment
Preferred
Experience with adaptive reuse, historic preservation, or urban projects is a plus
Benefits
Health insurance, with the firm covering 50% of individual employee premiums
Participation in the company 401(k) retirement plan, with company matching
Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave, plus the firm’s annual holiday schedule
A consistent 40-hour work week within a collaborative, in-office studio environment
Company
URBANO
Urbano Architects is driven by the idea that responsible design and development is valuable – economically, socially and culturally.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Andrés Utting, AIA
Managing Partner
Laura Carrera, AIA
Partner
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