Arbor Homes

Arbor Homes

Builds new homes in affordable communities

Design Consultant - Design Center

Full-TimePosted on 8/4/2026
No salary listed
Mid
Louisville, KY, USA
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About the job

Requirements
  • Prior design-related experience with a production homebuilder is preferred.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt.
  • Detail-oriented, self-disciplined, and organized, with excellent follow-up.
  • Ability to deal with conflict and set expectations.
  • Strong listening skills and creative problem-solving ability, including identifying root causes and solutions.
  • Effective communication skills and a sense of urgency.
  • High level of integrity.
  • Good time-management skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with attention to detail.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple competing tasks and demands.
  • Current knowledge of design trends in a variety of styles.
  • Ability to read and understand architectural and structural blueprints.
  • Financial knowledge related to residential mortgage loans.
  • Willingness to work some evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities
  • Assist buyers with making selections to customize their homes.
  • Ensure that homebuyers are aware of all available options.
  • Enter customer information and selections into computer systems.
  • Advise customers on interior design functions, including color, functionality, and budget.
  • Provide complete product information covering the performance, durability, and maintenance of homebuyer selections.
  • Assist in determining market-driven standard features and options.
  • Manage the distribution of design-center paperwork.
  • Communicate with Sales, Purchasing, Homeowners, and Trades as required to execute the homebuilding process.
  • Communicate knowledgeably about the design-center experience and the overall new-home-buying experience.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior design-related experience with a production homebuilder.

About the company

Arbor Homes builds new homes and neighborhoods in Central Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. It designs and constructs houses that are offered at affordable prices, with communities ranging from standard to low-maintenance options. The company expanded its reach by founding Silverthorne Homes for luxury move-up homes and by acquiring Elite Homes, then joining Clayton Properties Group to broaden its footprint. Through these efforts, Arbor Homes aims to increase home ownership by delivering high-quality homes at good value.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Indianapolis, Indiana

Founded

1994

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What believers are saying

  • Arbor launched Arrival in Jeffersonville on May 14, 2026, starting at $199,995.
  • Arbor’s August 2026 site shows quick move-in homes with 30-60 day closes.
  • March 17, 2026 approval for 202 Franklin homes expands inventory in a constrained market.

What critics are saying

  • Franklin rejected Arbor’s first fiscal plan in August 2025, delaying 2027 deliveries.
  • Franklin still can deny permits if Arbor misses Silverthorne commitments after March 17, 2026.
  • Developer fights over zoning and local standards slow starts, raise carrying costs, and compress margins.

What makes Arbor Homes unique

  • Founded 1994, Arbor has built 25,000 homes across Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky.
  • Clayton Properties Group backing since 2018 strengthens capital, supply, and operational scale.
  • Silverthorne, Arrival, and Destination create price-tiered product ladders for first-time and move-up buyers.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Conference Attendance Budget

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Stock Options

Company Equity

Hybrid Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Professional Development Budget

Remote Work Options

Education allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Mentorship Program

Employee Discounts

Team Outings or Volunteer Events

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