Interior Designer – Eatertainment & Entertainment Venue
Position: Interior Designer – Hospitality & Eatertainment
Job Type: Project-Based / Contract (with potential for ongoing collaboration)
Location: Remote / Hybrid, with site visits as needed
Industry: Hospitality, Entertainment, Restaurants & Leisure
About the ProjectWe are developing an innovative eatertainment destination that combines dining, interactive entertainment, technology, sports, and social experiences within a single venue.
Our vision is to create a modern, immersive, and visually striking environment where guests of all ages can enjoy food, drinks, games, sports, and unique entertainment experiences.
We are seeking a creative and experienced Interior Designer to help transform our concept into a cohesive, functional, and memorable destination.
The ideal candidate has experience designing restaurants, entertainment venues, hospitality spaces, sports lounges, or experiential entertainment facilities.
Key Responsibilities1. Concept Development & Creative Design
- * Develop innovative interior design concepts aligned with the venue's brand, target audience, and overall vision.
- Establish a cohesive design theme across multiple entertainment and hospitality areas.
- Create mood boards, color palettes, material selections, lighting concepts, and design presentations.
- Incorporate modern architectural elements, immersive environments, and visually engaging features.
- Design spaces that encourage social interaction, guest engagement, and memorable experiences.
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Space Planning & Layout Optimization
- * Develop efficient floor plans that maximize available space, customer capacity, and operational efficiency.
- Design and coordinate layouts for various entertainment and hospitality zones, potentially including:
- Restaurant and dining areas
- Sports bars and lounges
- Interactive gaming and technology-driven entertainment zones
- Golf simulators, mini-golf, and recreational gaming areas
- Billiards, foosball, and social gaming rooms
- Premium lounges and private event spaces
- Family-friendly and children's entertainment areas
- Reception, waiting areas, circulation paths, and common spaces
- Ensure smooth guest circulation and functional separation between entertainment, dining, and relaxation spaces.
- Incorporate accessibility, safety, and guest comfort into all designs.
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3D Visualization & Design Presentations
- * Produce high-quality 3D renderings and realistic visualizations of proposed spaces.
- Develop detailed conceptual designs illustrating furniture layouts, lighting, finishes, and overall ambiance.
- Prepare presentations that communicate the design vision to stakeholders and investors.
- Revise concepts based on feedback, operational considerations, and budget requirements.
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Materials, Furniture & Lighting
- * Recommend durable, attractive, and cost-effective materials appropriate for high-traffic commercial environments.
- Select furniture, fixtures, finishes, decorative elements, and interior architectural features.
- Develop lighting concepts that enhance both dining and entertainment experiences.
- Incorporate acoustic treatments, ambient lighting, LED features, and interactive technology where appropriate.
- Balance aesthetics, durability, maintenance requirements, and budget.
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Technology & Entertainment Integration
- * Collaborate with technical teams to integrate interactive gaming systems, digital displays, and audiovisual technology.
- Design environments that accommodate entertainment equipment, sensors, screens, and automated systems.
- Consider equipment clearances, maintenance access, power requirements, and customer safety.
- Incorporate futuristic and immersive design elements without compromising functionality.
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Project Coordination & Implementation
- * Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, equipment suppliers, and project stakeholders.
- Prepare detailed design documentation, material specifications, and furniture schedules.
- Support design budgeting, cost estimates, and value-engineering decisions.
- Review construction drawings and help ensure that the approved design intent is maintained throughout implementation.
- Assist with vendor selection, procurement recommendations, and project execution.
Required Qualifications
- * Bachelor's degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- Proven experience designing commercial hospitality, entertainment, leisure, or restaurant environments.
- Strong portfolio showcasing completed commercial projects, 3D renderings, and space-planning capabilities.
- Proficiency in relevant design software such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, Revit, 3ds Max, Enscape, Lumion, or similar tools.
- Strong understanding of commercial furniture, lighting, finishes, materials, and space utilization.
- Ability to balance creativity with operational requirements, guest safety, and budget constraints.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and project coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- * Experience with eatertainment venues, family entertainment centers, sports bars, themed restaurants, or experiential hospitality concepts.
- Familiarity with golf entertainment facilities, immersive gaming environments, or technology-driven attractions.
- Experience designing premium lounges, VIP spaces, and multi-purpose entertainment facilities.
- Knowledge of commercial accessibility, building safety, and applicable hospitality design standards.
- Experience supporting projects from initial concept through construction and opening.
Expected DeliverablesThe selected designer will be expected to provide:
- Initial creative concepts and mood boards.
- Preliminary space-planning and zoning layouts.
- Detailed interior design concepts for each major venue area.
- High-quality 3D renderings and visual presentations.
- Furniture, fixtures, equipment, materials, and lighting recommendations.
- Design specifications and documentation suitable for coordination with architects and contractors.
- Design revisions and implementation support as agreed in the project scope.
Ideal CandidateWe are looking for someone who can think beyond traditional interior design and help create a destination that is entertaining, immersive, modern, welcoming, and commercially successful.
The ideal designer understands that an eatertainment venue is not simply a restaurant with games, but an integrated experience where interior design, technology, dining, entertainment, and social interaction work together.
Creativity, practical execution, and the ability to translate ambitious ideas into realistic designs are essential.
