Winch Design

WELCOME TO WINCH DESIGN

WHO ARE WE

Winch Design is a unique and special place to work. Our Founders, Andrew and Jane Winch, built the business on the principle that our people should be at the heart of everything we do. In 2021 this long-established principle was cemented by tangibly handing over ownership of the business to our employee owners allowing each and every one of us to have a voice and benefit from our success.

We’d love to connect with people who are excited about what they do and confident in their craft. You might be a designer from the residential, yacht or aviation world, a CGI visualizer, a finance professional or a PA. Whatever your expertise, if you’re passionate, meticulous, and enjoy working in a thriving environment with a collaborative group of people, you’ll fit right in at Winch Design.

Our work is bold, imaginative and often ground breaking, and we look for the same spirit in our team. Bring us your ideas, your creativity and your courage to think differently. The environment is inspirational, collaborative and innovation driven. We work hard, but equally we know when, and how to have fun! We thrive on the daily challenges we encounter, some of which are client driven and some we impose on ourselves in the pursuit of excellence.

We are a multi-disciplinary, fully integrated design studio creating visionary projects on land, in the air and at sea. We are relentlessly creative, our ambition and curiosity drive us to create ‘firsts’ on land, sea, and air.

Get in touch with us if you excel in your field, thrive in a dynamic environment, enjoy the pursuit of excellence and can do all this with a smile!

OUR LEADERS

We are very proud to lead the Winch Design team. It is a truly exceptional bunch. An alchemy of talent with every employee pushing the bar on what our clients dare to dream, and contributing to our limitless creativity. We have nurtured a supportive environment where ideas flow and we all work collaboratively. If you feel that you have the right qualities to join our outstanding team and want to work hard to unlock your potential then we would love to hear from you.

Jim Dixon, Aino-Leena Grapin, Simon Tomlinson

OUR MILESTONE MOMENTS

2024

After 38 years in Barnes we relocated to Parklife in Putney, bringing all 150 employees under one roof.

2023

We delivered the iconic OWO Penthouse project in London.

2021

We became an Employee Owned business with Andrew Winch continuing as Founder and Trustee Director.

2016

We became Winch Design and celebrated our 30th anniversary by launching the London to Monaco charity cycle event.

2002

Our first private aviation project, a Boeing Business Jet 737, was delivered.

1986

Andrew Winch Designs was founded by Andrew and Jane Winch in June 1986.

OUR PURPOSE

We are relentlessly creative and believe everything is possible.

OUR VISION

To create the world’s most ambitious homes, on land, sea and in the air

OUR VALUES

We Own It, We Come Together, We Excel, We Have An Impact, We Create Opportunities

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

A PERSONAL APPROACH

We love working directly with candidates so we can get to know each other from the very start. We’re here to understand what you’re looking for and encourage you to ask plenty of questions to see if Winch Design feels like the right fit for you. We stay in touch with people—whether you’re actively searching or just curious—so when the perfect role comes up, you’re already part of the conversation.

VIRTUAL AND FACE TO FACE MEETINGS

First interviews are virtual with our HR team to explore your experience and introduce life at Winch Design. Second virtual meetings are with the hiring manager, who will discuss the role in detail and how it aligns with your background. The final stage is face-to-face, giving candidates the chance to experience the studio atmosphere before final decisions are made.

TIMELINES AND COMMUNICATION

While no two hires are identical, we aim to follow a consistent process and pace for each vacancy. Timelines may vary by role—sometimes fixed, sometimes flexible due to factors beyond our control. We strive to keep all candidates informed at every stage and provide feedback after each interview, while also welcoming your thoughts and questions throughout the process.

CANDIDATE TESTIMONIALS

I was truly impressed with the studio’s projects and the high quality of work being produced. The team’s approach to design, coupled with a clear emphasis on creativity and attention to detail, makes your studio a standout in the field. The collaborative environment, combined with a strong management structure, speaks volumes about the team's functionality, both creatively and operationally.

Interior Designer

I wanted to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to speak to you yesterday. I appreciate the time you took to discuss the role and provide insights into the company's culture and objectives. I am very excited about the prospect of joining WD and contributing to the team with my legal experience and in-house knowledge.

Legal Counsel

First and foremost thank you to Julia and Zoe for their time last week. They were both so welcoming, it really helped me to feel at ease throughout the interview and created a really great impression of what it would be like to work with the team at Winch Design. The interview helped me reaffirm the responsibility’s of the role and how it aligns with my experience and what I am looking for moving forward.

Interiors Studio Manager

Thanks for checking in. The visit to the studio and chatting with Darren and Callum was great. I really enjoyed talking with them – they made me feel comfortable. I loved hearing about all the opportunities that might come after the internship and how I could get involved in various aspects beyond typical helpdesk tasks. I enjoy challenges and solving problems, so this really excites me.

IT Intern

WHY WE LOVE WORKING HERE

Alexandra - Procurement Coordinator

I’ve worked at Winch Design for almost four years and remain excited to come to work each day. The projects are exceptional, driven by creativity and collaboration within an incredibly talented and supportive team. A highlight of my role is continually learning about the artistry and craftsmanship of our suppliers, which the studio truly champions. It is impossible not to be inspired by the extraordinary creativity that is at the heart of the culture at Winch.

Lucy - Associate, Marketing

I joined the Winch team in 2022 after nearly ten years in the superyacht industry, having long aspired to work for Winch Design. I love being surrounded by so many creative, talented people and find the projects truly fascinating. The studio’s level of creativity, problem solving and talent is second to none. My role is very varied, no two days are the same, and the challenges and clients keep it exciting. The culture and people make Winch a very special place to work.

Jo - Senior Associate Architecture Interiors

I have been at Winch for over eight years, and the opportunity to work on incredible projects never ends. I’ve been lucky to contribute to a wide variety of projects around the world. With healthy budgets, designers truly get to create dream interiors for clients. The projects are one of a kind, as are the people. Winch is a talented, like-minded creative team, and I’ve made lifelong friendships here. We work hard and dream big.

Greig - Director, Yachts and Aviation

I've worked at Winch Design for eleven years - we work on the most exciting, diverse, unbelievably creative projects. There's never a dull moment, no one day is the same and there's always more to learn and new challenges. Everyone at Winch is passionate and enthusiastic about what they do, and it shows in the strong relationships we have built with Clients and suppliers. I'm proud to work at Winch Design.

Lizzy - Senior Interior Designer

It is incredible to be able to work in an environment where the sky is the limit in terms of design - every day is different and I love that about Winch. The team are fantastic and to be able to draw upon that bank of knowledge every day is something quite special!