Junior Architect

Officemanager (24 u/pw) Coare is looking for a talented Senior / Medior Interior Architect with a highly developed sense of design, detail, materialization, and collaboration. Are you someone bursting with ideas, energized by contact with clients, and who enjoys working on inspiring work environments? At Coare, we work on projects that address current societal and spatial issues. We believe that architecture and interior architecture are more than just design: they contribute to a living environment that is sustainable, inclusive, and future-proof. Together with our clients, we develop work, learning, and living environments in which people feel comfortable and can function optimally. Our strength lies in designing work environments that align with the ambitions of organizations and are prepared for the future. In this role, you will work on diverse interior projects, from vision and concept to technical elaboration and realization. You develop creative designs, translate them into feasible solutions, and have an eye for materialization, detailing, and the user experience. You are a key discussion partner for clients and build lasting relationships that extend beyond a single project. You immerse yourself in the organization behind the assignment, ask the right questions, and know how to convincingly substantiate design choices. You guide clients through the design process and are fascinated by the future of the work environment. You translate developments in the fields of working, meeting, and well-being into inspiring and future-proof interior concepts. Depending on your experience, you take on a coordinating role within projects and guide colleagues in their development. You safeguard design quality, encourage collaboration within the team, and ensure that the design intent is maintained throughout the entire process. Location: Utrecht / Amsterdam (Coare offices) Start date: By mutual agreement, preferably in September • A strong sense of humor and style. • A completed Master's degree in Interior Architecture, Architecture, or an equivalent education. • At least 3-5 years (mid-level) or 5+ years (senior) of relevant work experience. • You speak fluent Dutch (a strict requirement) and English. A strong portfolio with compelling interior projects. • Affinity with materialization, detailing, and the technical execution of interiors. • Experience with project coordination and guiding design processes (senior level). • You communicate easily with clients and enjoy building long-term collaborations. • You are fascinated by the future of the work environment and translate developments in the fields of work, meeting, and well-being into inspiring interior concepts. • Passion for interior architecture, architecture, and societal issues. • Excellent skills in 2D and 3D design and visualization. • You are curious, independent, and enjoy contributing to an open and collective design and knowledge culture. • Plenty of freedom to design, experiment, and contribute ideas. • An inspiring work environment in the city center of Utrecht and Amsterdam-North. • Employment of 32-40 hours per week, tailored to your wishes. • Salary classification according to the Collective Labour Agreement for Architectural Firms, commensurate with your experience. • A committed, ambitious, and multidisciplinary team of architects and interior architects. Then send your CV, portfolio, and motivation to . Be sure to tell us what drives you, which projects make you proud, and how you want to contribute to the work environments of tomorrow. We look forward to hearing your story. Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. Coare is looking for a talented Junior Architect a strong sense of design, graphics, aesthetics and proportion. Are you bursting with ideas, enjoy working in a team but also capable of diving deep independently? In this role, you'll be involved in various project phases, with a clear focus on early-stage design. You will develop creative concepts, assess their feasibility, and ensure technical clarity. You will also be involved in project coordination, both internally and with external stakeholders, always maintaining the design intent. Location: Utrecht/Amsterdam (Coare office) Start Date: To be agreed upon, preferably August 1 Employment: Full-time (32+ hours) • 2-5 years of experience with proven design skills • Passion for both architecture (exterior and interior) and graphic design/aesthetics • Excellent 2D and 3D drawing skills • Love for making physical or digital models • A hands-on mentality - you take initiative, contribute ideas, and get things done • Experience with Rhinoceros (preferably also Grasshopper) • Familiarity with Revit & BIM is a plus • Fluent in Dutch or willing to learn Dutch is a plus • You're eager to learn, self-directed, and enjoy contributing to a collective knowledge culture • The opportunity to work on challenging and high-profile projects • Freedom to innovate, explore, and contribute ideas • The chance to take on responsibilities quickly • Plenty of room for personal and professional development • An inspiring workplace in the city center of Utrecht and Amsterdam Noord • An employment contract of 32-40 hours per week, tailored to your preference • Salary according to the Dutch Architects Collective Labour Agreement (cao), based on experience • A personal development plan and freedom to chart your own course Then send your CV and motivation letter to . Most importantly, tell us what drives you - we're curious to hear your story. Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. Coare is looking for a talented Senior Architect with a strong sense of design, detail, organization, and the ability to guide the talent development of our team. Are you someone bursting with ideas, who enjoys working in a team but also likes to dive deep independently? At Coare, we work on projects that address current social and spatial issues. Our focus is on contemporary themes: broad prosperity, timber construction, (semi-)government, and housing. We believe that architecture is a direct means to make the living environment more sustainable, inclusive, and future-proof. In your role as a senior, you will work on various project phases, with a clear focus on design quality and translating/directing the team. You develop creative concepts, investigate their feasibility, and ensure technical clarity (enjoying detailing is a must). In addition, you lead design teams, ensuring the right designers are in the right place within the team. You coordinate and supervise complex projects, both internally and with external stakeholders, with maintaining the design intent as a central focus. As a Senior Architect, you are responsible for the architectural and technical quality of our projects. You lead complex design processes, manage (junior and medior) team members, and monitor planning, budget, and the integrity of the design. You feel at home in all aspects of the profession: from conceptual thinking to technical development and execution. You get energy from translating ideas into feasible, high-quality architecture. Location: Utrecht/Amsterdam (Coare office) Start date: To be discussed, preferably February 1st Employment: Full-time (32+ hours) • A strong sense of humor and style • 5+ years of experience with demonstrably strong design skills • 5+ years of experience with demonstrably strong coordination skills • Passion for both architecture (exterior and interior) and society • Excellent skills in 2D and 3D drawing • You are eager to learn, self-directed, and enjoy contributing to a collective knowledge culture • Freedom to innovate, discover, and contribute ideas • Plenty of room for personal and professional development • An inspiring workplace in Utrecht city center and Amsterdam North • An employment contract of 32-40 hours per week, tailored to your preferences • Salary according to the Architects' Collective Labor Agreement, based on your experience Then send your CV and motivation to . Above all, tell us what drives you - we are curious about your story. Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. But that doesn't mean we're not curious about you! Are you passionate about circular management and do you think your talent would be a good fit for our team? We are always open to motivated professionals who want to contribute to our mission: sustainable, efficient and customer-oriented real estate management. You can send your open application, including motivation and CV, to .