Junior Architect

Imagine spaces. Develop designs. Bring ideas to life.

Why this role exists

At Zolo, the experience of a property begins much before a customer walks through the door.

The way a room is planned, how common spaces come together, the materials and finishes used, the lighting, furniture, façade, and overall visual experience all influence how a property feels and functions.

As Zolo continues to develop co-living spaces, hotels, and other hospitality properties, we need strong design execution from the earliest stage of a project through final documentation and execution.

This role exists to support the development of spaces from site understanding and initial concepts to planning, visualization, detailing, and execution.

A strong Junior Architect will help us:

Develop functional and visually appealing hospitality spaces
Translate design ideas into clear plans, drawings, and 3D visualizations
Make thoughtful choices around materials, finishes, furniture, and lighting
Ensure designs are practical and aligned with project requirements
Take designs smoothly from concept to execution

If this role is strong, design ideas translate into spaces that are functional, practical, and visually strong.

If this role is weak, designs remain incomplete, details get missed, revisions increase, and execution becomes difficult.

Your mandate is clear

Understand the site, brief, and project requirements
Develop space plans and architectural/interior design concepts
Create 3D models and realistic visualizations
Prepare accurate drawings and design documentation
Develop materials, finishes, furniture, lighting, and other design elements
Coordinate revisions and support design execution on ground

This is not just a drafting role. You will be expected to think through the design and help take it from an idea to an executable space.

About Zolo

Finding dependable accommodation has historically been fragmented and inconsistent.

People settled for compromises because the system offered few trustworthy options.

Zolo reimagined living and hospitality as a connected journey.

Zolo Coliving simplifies urban living.

Z Hotels serves the modern traveler with consistency, warmth, and operational discipline.

Today, over 100,000 people trust Zolo across different phases of life.

Our ambition is to build the most trusted living and hospitality ecosystem for the new generation.

What you will be responsible for

Develop Designs from the Ground Up

Understand site conditions, measurements, photographs, videos, and existing drawings
Develop initial space plans and design concepts based on the project brief
Work on hotels, co-living spaces, and other hospitality projects
Develop layouts that balance functionality, aesthetics, and practical requirements

Create 3D Models & Visualizations

Develop 3D models for interior and exterior spaces
Create realistic renders to communicate design concepts
Translate plans and concepts into clear visual representations
Revise models and renders based on design feedback

Prepare Architectural Drawings & Documentation

Prepare floor plans, elevations, sections, furniture layouts, and detailed drawings
Maintain accuracy in dimensions and design details
Prepare and update design documentation throughout the project
Maintain organized drawings, models, renders, and project files

Develop Interior & Hospitality Spaces

Work on rooms, reception areas, common spaces, cafés, amenities, façades, and other property areas
Support the selection of materials, finishes, colours, furniture, and lighting
Prepare mood boards, material boards, presentations, and design proposals
Ensure different design elements come together as one consistent experience

Design for Execution

Ensure designs are practical and can be executed on site
Consider project budgets and timelines while developing designs
Support preparation and updating of BOQs and design-related information
Identify practical design issues before they become execution problems

Coordinate & Take Designs Forward

Incorporate feedback and develop revised design proposals
Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, vendors, and site teams as required
Support the team in taking projects from concept through execution
Follow through on design requirements until they are properly resolved

What success looks like after 6–12 months

Independently handles assigned design requirements with limited supervision
Produces strong space plans, drawings, 3D models, and renders
Demonstrates clear improvement in design quality and detailing
Designs are practical and translate effectively into execution
Maintains accuracy and discipline across drawings and documentation
Incorporates feedback quickly and improves designs through iterations
Develops a good understanding of hospitality and co-living design requirements

The role delivers strong design thinking + accurate documentation + practical execution.

Who this role is for

You will likely thrive here if:

You genuinely enjoy architecture and designing spaces
You can think beyond drawings and understand how a space will actually be used
You have a strong eye for aesthetics and details
You enjoy creating 3D models and visualizing ideas
You are open to feedback and comfortable improving your work through multiple iterations
You can balance creativity with practical requirements
You take ownership of your work instead of waiting for detailed instructions at every step
You want exposure to real projects that move from design to execution

Experience we value

1–3 years of relevant experience in architecture, interior design, or hospitality design
Bachelor's degree in Architecture (B.Arch.) or equivalent
Good understanding of architectural planning and design principles
Strong hands-on ability in 3D modelling and visualization
Working knowledge of:

- AutoCAD

- SketchUp

- Enscape / Lumion / similar rendering tools

- Photoshop / Illustrator / similar presentation tools

Basic understanding of materials, finishes, furniture, lighting, and architectural detailing
Ability to understand drawings, dimensions, and site conditions
Strong portfolio demonstrating design thinking and visualization capability

Experience in hospitality, hotels, co-living, or retail design is an advantage, but strong design ability, technical fundamentals, and willingness to learn matter more.

The impact you will have

You help shape how Zolo's properties look, feel, and function
You translate ideas into spaces that can actually be built
You improve the quality and consistency of property design
You support faster and smoother execution through accurate design documentation
Your work directly contributes to the experience customers have within our spaces

Why join now

Zolo is continuing to build and evolve properties across co-living and hospitality.

Every new property creates an opportunity to rethink:

Space planning

Customer experience

Design

Functionality

Execution

For a young architect, this role provides hands-on exposure across the complete journey — site understanding → concept → planning → visualization → detailing → execution.

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