Job Title: Design Associate / Design Executive (DA/DE)

Job Location: Mumbai / Bangalore

About Abhinandan Ventures An Abhinandan Lodha Enterprise

(https://www.ablventures.com/)

Abhinandan Ventures is a collective of high-growth, new-age businesses built around ambitious ideas with the potential to become category leaders. We partner with visionary founders and leadership teams to create businesses designed to endure and scale sustainably.

We invest patient, unlevered proprietary capital with a sharp focus on long-term value creation, free from short-term redemption pressures. Our decentralized portfolio structure empowers independent CEOs and leadership teams, fostering accountability, agility, and a strong performance-driven culture.

At Abhinandan Ventures, we nurture consumer-centric brands that lead with innovation, operate on strong business fundamentals, and are positioned to shape industries as they grow.

About Bonito Designs

Bonito Designs Pvt Ltd (www.bonito.in) is one of the fastest-growing start-ups in India in the Interior Designing Industry. The Company is funded by Tomorrow Capital (www.tomorrowcapital.in). The Company has its business operations in Bangalore & Mumbai and is soon planning to expand to other metro cities. The Management team is committed to make this one of the most aspiring brands for Indian consumers and a great place to work for employees.

The Company has a very conducive working environment for employees and offers fast-track growth opportunities for deserving & committed professionals.

About the Role

The Design Associate / Design Executive (DA/DE) will be responsible for creating customer-centric interior design solutions while supporting the end-to-end design journey—from concept development to execution readiness. The role requires creativity, technical proficiency, and robust customer interaction skills to deliver functional, aesthetically appealing, and execution-ready designs.

The ideal candidate will work closely with customers and cross-functional teams to ensure every design aligns with customer expectations, project feasibility,



and Bonito's quality standards.

Reporting To: (Name)

Your Key Responsibilities

Customer Consultation & Design Development

- Understand customer lifestyle, functional requirements, design preferences, and budget expectations.
- Develop personalized design concepts that balance aesthetics, functionality, and practicality.
- Present design ideas, layouts, and visual concepts to customers.
- Recommend materials, finishes, furniture, lighting, and dcor solutions that enhance the overall customer experience.

Space Planning & Technical Design

- Prepare space plans, furniture layouts, elevations, sections, and detailed working drawings.
- Develop 2D and 3D design presentations using industry-standard software.
- Ensure designs are technically accurate, execution-ready, and compliant with company standards.
- Coordinate design revisions based on customer feedback while maintaining project timelines.

Design Coordination

- Collaborate with Project Managers, Procurement, Site Execution teams, and vendors to ensure smooth project delivery.
- Participate in site visits when required to validate design feasibility and execution quality.
- Support seamless handover of approved designs for execution.

Customer Experience

- Build strong relationships with customers throughout the design journey.
- Ensure timely communication and regular project updates.
- Address customer queries and design-related concerns professionally.
- Deliver an exceptional design experience that contributes to high customer satisfaction and referrals.

Performance & Metrics

- Track and improve key performance indicators including:
- Design Approval Timelines
- Customer Satisfaction (CSAT)
- Design Accuracy
- First-Time-Right Design Outputs




- Design-to-Execution Handover Timelines

- Ensure adherence to project schedules and quality benchmarks.

Continuous Improvement

- Stay updated on interior design trends, materials, finishes, furniture systems, and emerging technologies.
- Participate in internal design reviews and learning initiatives.
- Contribute innovative ideas to enhance design quality, customer experience, and operational efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Work closely with Sales, Design, Procurement, Project Management, and Execution teams.
- Ensure effective communication across stakeholders to deliver projects successfully.
- Support process improvements that enhance design efficiency and project outcomes.

Experience & Education

- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related discipline.
- 0–2 years of experience in residential interior design.
- Fresh graduates with excellent design portfolios are encouraged to apply.
- Basic understanding of residential interiors, space planning, materials, and furniture design.

Key Skills & Attributes

- Creative thinking with robust visualization skills.
- Good understanding of residential interior design principles.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, 3Ds Max, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Customer-centric mindset with excellent interpersonal abilities.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
- Passion for design, learning, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us

- Begin your career with one of India's fastest-growing interior design companies.
- Work on premium residential interior projects that transform customer homes.
- Learn from experienced designers and cross-functional industry experts.
- Gain exposure to the complete design lifecycle—from customer consultation to project execution.
- Enjoy a dynamic work environment with continuous learning and fast-track career growth within the Abhinandan Ventures ecosystem.

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