Vice President of Interior Design

At Denton House we design spaces that are meant to be lived in beautifully. For more than 30 years our family-run studio in Holladay Utah has been creating homes that balance timeless design with a sense of ease warmth and authenticity. From mountain retreats to beachfront residences every project is shaped by thoughtful details natural materials and a belief that great design should feel effortless. Our work has been featured in Mountain Living HGTV Forbes and Utah Style and Design but our focus remains the same: creating spaces that feel personal refined and enduring.

Were always looking for thoughtful creative individuals who share our passion for design to join our team.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive executive compensation profit participation
• Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Ongoing professional development and continuing education
• Opportunity to shape and scale a premier luxury design practice
• Collaborative high-performance design-led culture

The Role

The Vice President of Interior Design is a pivotal executive leadership role responsible for defining the creative vision of the firm while driving strategic growth and operational excellence. This individual will lead with both vision and discipline- guiding design direction cultivating client relationships and ensuring the successful delivery of complex high-profile addition this role will directly manage and mentor senior design leadership including Design Directors while providing overarching guidance structure and accountability across the broader design team. The role is instrumental in scaling the business elevating the brand and reinforcing Denton Houses position at the forefront of luxury design.

What Youll Do

Leadership & Strategy

• Define and champion the firms interior design vision in alignment with broader business objectives
• Curate boutique highly specialized studio teams to elevate our residential hospitality and commercial practices with a bespoke design-driven approach
• Partner with executive leadership on long-term growth strategy and market positioning
• Collaborate closely with architecture and planning leadership to ensure seamless integration across disciplines

Business Development & Client Leadership

• Drive new business and contribute meaningfully to revenue growth
• Cultivate and steward relationships with high-net-worth clients developers and strategic partners
• Represent the firm at a senior level in client presentations industry forums and key networking environments

Project Oversight & Operations

• Provide executive oversight across all projects from concept through completion ensuring design excellence and financial performance
• Lead contract strategy fee structures and risk management frameworks
• Oversee forecasting billing and project profitability in partnership with finance
• Align team structure and staffing with project demands and growth objectives
• Ensure adherence to the highest standards of quality compliance and execution

Team Leadership & Culture

• Lead mentor and inspire Design Directors and senior team members
• Foster a culture of design excellence accountability and collaboration
• Champion talent development and build a strong scalable team for long-term growth

What You Bring

• Experience & Qualifications
• Bachelors Degree in Interior Design Architecture or related field
• NCIDQ certification strongly preferred
• 10 years of experience across luxury residential hospitality and/or commercial design
• 5 years in a senior leadership role within a design-driven organization
• Proven success leading complex high-profile projects and multidisciplinary teams

Skills & Expertise

• Exceptional client engagement and business development capabilities
• Strong financial acumen including forecasting billing and profitability oversight
• Deep understanding of design delivery contracts and fee structures
• Proficiency in Revit/CAD Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office preferred
• Knowledge of building codes and sustainability standards (LEED WELL) preferred

Working Conditions & Travel

• Based in Salt Lake City; primarily in-office with flexibility
• Travel required for project sites client engagements and industry events

To be considered for this position please include a copy of your portfolio with your application. If you cannot attach it please email your portfolio to

At Denton House you wont just lead projects- you will help shape a legacy of design.