Job Description

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Position: Head of Design - Luxury Townships
Location: Mumbai (Frequent travel to Lonavala and project sites)
Industry: Luxury Townships / Second Home Concept Development
Company: Della Townships
Role Overview:
The Head of Design will lead the creative vision, planning, and execution of design strategies for Della Townships' luxury township projects, incorporating second home luxury concepts, exclusive residential spaces, and themed environments. This role requires a leader with strong creative sensibilities, a deep understanding of high-end living trends, and the ability to translate concepts into exceptional design deliverables while ensuring alignment with brand standards and customer expectations.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the conceptualization, planning, and execution of design strategies for luxury township projects, integrating second home luxury and themed living concepts.
• Oversee master planning, architectural design direction, landscape design, and interior styling in alignment with the Della brand ethos.
• Collaborate closely with the architecture, engineering, project management, and sales & marketing teams to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, municipal requirements, and environmental considerations in all design plans.
• Conduct design reviews at various project stages, ensuring global standards of luxury design and finishing.
• Manage and mentor the in-house design team as well as coordinate with external consultants, architects, and design partners.
• Stay updated on international trends in luxury real estate, sustainable design, and smart living technologies, applying them where relevant.
• Prepare and present design pitches, mood boards, and presentations for internal stakeholders, investors, and potential clients.
• Ensure adherence to budgetary constraints while maintaining exceptional quality and aesthetic standards.
• Frequent Travel to multiple locations for sites inspections,vendor meetings, design supervision, quality checks, and creative direction implementation.

Job Expectations:
Skills Required:

• Experience in designing and delivering luxury township projects, with exposure to luxury second home concepts, themed communities, and Luxury Township developments.
• Strong understanding of master planning, landscape integration, and premium interior design concepts.
• Exceptional leadership skills with experience in managing multi-disciplinary design teams.
• High level of creativity, design innovation, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and presentation skills to engage with high-profile stakeholders and clients. Internationa Experience will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Visionary thinking & creative leadership
• Expertise in luxury lifestyle design trends
• Strong technical knowledge of architecture & interiors
• Ability to balance aesthetics, functionality, and budget
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills

Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture / Interior Design / Urban Design from a reputed institute.
Minimum Job Experience: 15+ years of proven experience in luxury township projects
Reporting to: CMD
Travel: Frequent Travelling Required

Skills Required