Interior Designer - 3D

About the role

At Balens Design, we are seeking a 3D Designer who moves beyond simple drafting to bring spaces to life. You will serve as the engine of our spatial planning—creating accurate 3D models, detailed shell layouts, and compelling visual mood boards that ensure our design concepts are both visually stunning and site-ready.

Key responsibilities

• Produce high-quality, photorealistic 3D interior renders (perspectives, wide angles, and close-up detail shots) using 3ds Max, SketchUp, or equivalent software.
• Configure realistic lighting setups (natural daylight, artificial fixtures, ambient warmth) and apply accurate material textures (wood grains, marbles, fabrics, metals) to reflect buildable outcomes.
• Conduct post-production enhancement on rendered imagery using Adobe Photoshop or AI-assisted tools to refine color balance, contrast, and visual polish.
• Convert drawings, site measurement sheets, and architectural blue layouts into accurate 3D massing/shell plans (isometric and top-down floor plan views).
• Model structural constraints—including wall thicknesses, ceiling heights, door/window openings, and fixed structural columns—to ensure spatial scale is precise.
• Position loose furniture, custom joinery, and interior fixtures within the 3D model to establish clear traffic flow and functional spatial planning before final detailing.
• Translate rough sketches, verbal briefs, and designer ideas into structured visual concepts.
• Curate digital design mood boards featuring material samples, color palettes, furniture references, and lighting styles to communicate design direction clearly.
• Access, read, and cross-reference 2D AutoCAD files to extract exact dimensions, wall placements, and technical references needed to construct 3D models.
• Coordinate with interior designers and project leads to ensure 3D visuals align with actual project budgets, material availabilities, and physical construction logic.

About you

• 1 to 3 years of interior design industry experience as an Interior Designer or 3D Visualizer preferred (entry-level candidates with strong portfolios are welcome to apply).
• Diploma or Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or a related field.
• Experience in residential interior design, especially landed homes, is required.
• Proficient in 3ds Max, SketchUp, or similar 3D software to create accurate 3D spatial shell plans and interior perspectives.
• Ability to navigate and read 2D AutoCAD drawing files to extract dimensions and structural references for 3D modeling.
• Skilled in curating aesthetic mood boards, material palettes, and visual concepts to effectively communicate design ideas.
• Possesses strong design intuition and practical common sense when interpreting and modeling spaces.
• Basic construction knowledge and understanding of buildability.
• Portfolio must show technical drawings, not only 3D renders.
• Stronger candidates should be able to complete full drawing sets independently with minimal correction.

About us

At Balens Design, we don't just draw spaces; we build a platform that redefines the design industry in Malaysia.