Architect - Residential Projects
Key Skills
Job Description
Architecture BRIO is looking for a talented architect to join our Rotterdam studio for an initial period of 3–6 months, working on a number of residential projects currently in development.
We are seeking an architect with a strong design sensibility, solid technical understanding, and experience delivering high-quality residential projects. The role offers the opportunity to work directly with the founders and project leaders on projects ranging from early design studies through to project development and coordination.
This position is ideally suited to architects who are looking for greater responsibility, closer involvement in design decision-making, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a collaborative and design-driven studio environment.
About Architecture BRIO
Architecture BRIO is an internationally recognised architecture and design practice with studios in Mumbai and Rotterdam. Our work spans architecture, interiors, urban design and research, with a particular focus on creating thoughtful, context-driven projects that combine design excellence with technical rigour.
Tasks
- Contribute to the design and development of residential projects across multiple stages.
- Produce high-quality drawings, presentations and project documentation.
- Participate in design studies, architectural detailing and project development.
- Coordinate with consultants, engineers and project stakeholders.
- Participate in client meetings and project coordination sessions.
- Help maintain design quality and consistency throughout the project.
Requirements
- Qualified architect with approximately 3–8 years of professional experience.
- Experience working on high-quality residential projects.
- Strong understanding of Dutch building regulations and construction practices.
- Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite (Rhino is a plus).
- Strong design, detailing and coordination skills.Excellent communication skills in English (Dutch is an advantage).
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Availability to start within the coming weeks.
Benefits
- The opportunity to work on design-led residential projects within an internationally recognised practice.
- Direct collaboration with the founders and project leaders.
- A high degree of responsibility and involvement in the design process.
- A collaborative studio environment with colleagues across Rotterdam and Mumbai.
- An initial engagement of 3–6 months, with the possibility of extension depending on project needs and mutual fit.
Interested?
Please share with your CV and availability along with your portfolio.
Core Responsibilities
Contribute to the design and development of residential projects from early studies through to coordination. Produce high-quality drawings and documentation while collaborating with consultants and stakeholders.
Requirements
Qualified architect with 3-8 years of experience in high-quality residential projects and proficiency in Revit. Must have a strong understanding of Dutch building regulations and excellent English communication skills.
Benefits
- Opportunity to work on design-led residential projects
- Direct collaboration with founders and project leaders
- High degree of responsibility in the design process
- Collaborative studio environment
- Possibility of contract extension
About Architecture BRIO
Industry: Architecture and Planning
Company size: 11-50 employees
Architecture Brio is engaged in the creation of contextually appropriate solutions being conscious of the ever-changing environment it is building in. With a base in Mumbai (India) and Rotterdam (The Netherlands), it is a design studio focusing primarily on the fields of architecture and interior design. Its principals are Robert Verrijt (MSc. Arch. TUDelft, the Netherlands) and Shefali Balwani (C.E.P.T, India). Architecture BRIO is a highly selective firm that works with a thorough understanding of Architecture and its related fields and their interdependence. It seeks to develop design as its core strength and primary focus. Its uniqueness lies in the diverse backgrounds and cultures that its principals are rooted in. Combining exposure and knowledge in European forte of detailing with the richness of Asian tradition and culture it has developed a design philosophy that goes beyond the norm. Aesthetics, technological innovation and sustainability are the corner stones of its guiding philosophy. Using not only standard building materials such as concrete and steel it experiments also with unconventional building materials such as bamboo for construction. It uses modern vocabulary with customized detailing in its designs.