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Full-Time

Design Manager

Updated on 9/10/2024

Flow

Flow

51-200 employees

Develops rental properties fostering community connection

Social Impact
Real Estate

Senior, Expert

Miami, FL, USA

Category
Product & UX/UI Design
UI/UX & Design
Required Skills
Communications
Requirements
  • Strong Architecture / Interior Design background.
  • 10+ years of experience in the commercial / RE development / hospitality fields. Having experience working as an owner's rep or developer is a plus.
  • Strategic thinking, problem solver and used to a fast paced environment, with shifting priorities.
  • Team player with ‘coach / player mentality’.
  • Highly collaborative individual with experience mentoring younger designers and eager to share the knowledge and help build the systems to enhance the product and efficiencies.
  • Willing to take a hands-on approach when necessary, while also possessing the ability to take a strategic view and effectively manage multiple projects at various stages simultaneously.
  • Creative individual, tech savvy - merging design with technology is a super plus!
  • Impeccable communication skills and comfortable leading conversations with various cross-functional stakeholders at different levels.
Responsibilities
  • Product Development & Strategic Analysis - assist the Design Director in analyzing existing design and operational structures to identify strengths and areas for improvement. Create lessons learned documents that capture the Do’s and Dont’s within the product evolution and implementation. With time this will fold into the Product Standards.
  • Design Ethos and Alignment - maintain and reinforce the design ethos to ensure alignment with company goals and creative vision.
  • Design Tools and Templates - align product output from the Design Team by crafting standard templates, design packages, playbooks and post-mortem documents to ensure product consistency within our team.
  • Technology integration into the Design Process - assist with the constant maintenance and improvement of our BIM structure, by identifying areas of improvements, potential families needed. Bring the AI knowledge and exploration into the design process as well!
  • FF&E Development- partner with the Concept team to create furniture catalogs, finishes trackers, accessories libraries & vetted vendors tracker as resources for our design team.
  • Project Oversight - manage multiple projects from start to finish, guaranteeing timely delivery within budget and adherence to brand standards. Collaborate on resource allocation, schedule management, and risk mitigation.
  • Building opening experience - assist in the ideation of the Move-in-Package that will help facility managers and logistics’ team to stage furniture and accessories as styled by the design team during opening day. This includes a Master Schedule that lists the items purchased and the vendors contact in case the building teams need to replace an asset. This document will act as the North Star for Design for the Facility Manager, Ops and Sales teams.

Flow Life focuses on transforming the rental housing market by creating communities that prioritize connection, well-being, and harmony with nature. The company addresses the common issue of renters feeling isolated by developing residential properties that foster a sense of belonging among residents. Their approach is tailored for urban renters who seek more than just a place to live; they want a vibrant community and opportunities for personal growth. Flow Life generates revenue through rental income from properties designed to enhance the living experience, attracting tenants willing to pay more for a supportive environment. The company's core values—give, grow, love, and commit—reflect its dedication to building thriving communities and improving the rental experience as it expands into new areas.

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$350M

Headquarters

Miami, Florida

Founded

2022

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

26%

1 year growth

72%

2 year growth

343%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Flow Life's innovative approach to community-building and well-being can attract premium-paying tenants, ensuring strong revenue streams.
  • The partnership with Bond to launch a digital wallet tool positions Flow Life at the forefront of PropTech innovation, potentially increasing tenant satisfaction and retention.
  • Adam Neumann's experience and vision, despite past controversies, could drive Flow Life to disrupt the rental housing market significantly.

What critics are saying

  • Adam Neumann's controversial history with WeWork may affect Flow Life's reputation and investor confidence.
  • The ambitious integration of digital wallets and cryptocurrencies could face regulatory hurdles and slow adoption among traditional renters.

What makes Flow unique

  • Flow Life focuses on creating vibrant, connected communities that emphasize well-being and personal growth, setting it apart from traditional rental housing options.
  • The integration of digital wallets and embedded payments enhances the rental experience, offering a seamless, tech-driven lifestyle for residents.
  • Flow Life's commitment to environmental integration and fostering a sense of belonging addresses the isolation often felt by urban renters, a unique value proposition in the market.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

PTO

Commuter benefits

401(k) Plan

Monthly phone stipend