Senior Architect & Wellness Designer at 10SB

Description

About Us

TLEE Spas + Wellness brings more than 25 years of expertise in creating award-winning spas and wellness experiences. Our firm blends creativity with operational excellence to deliver projects that set new benchmarks for design, functionality, and client satisfaction. With a discerning portfolio of global clients, we are known for elevating wellness-forward concepts and making them operationally viable.

Position Summary

The Senior Architect & Wellness Designer is responsible for the architectural design, planning, and integration of wellness spaces across TLEE Spas + Wellness projects. Combining licensed architectural expertise with a specialization in spa/wellness environments, this role ensures that every project is both aesthetically inspiring and technically sound. The Senior Architect plays a pivotal role in translating wellness concepts into buildable realities that align with sustainability, code compliance, and operational efficiency.

Architectural Design Leadership

• Lead the design of spa, hydrothermal, and wellness facilities from schematic design through construction documentation.
• Develop architectural drawings, plans, and details tailored to luxury hospitality standards.
• Coordinate seamlessly with MEP engineers, contractors, fabricators, and interior designers.

Wellness Integration 

• Translate wellness philosophies (thermal bathing, hydrothermal therapies, holistic treatment modalities) into spatial and architectural solutions.
• Ensure circulation, adjacencies, and experiential design support the guest journey and operational flow.
• Advise on materials, finishes, and sustainable practices to align with wellness principles.

 Technical & Code Oversight

• Serve as licensed architect of record on select projects.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, accessibility standards (ADA), and LEED/sustainability criteria.
• Provide detailed oversight during construction administration, site visits, and punch-list reviews.

Client & Team Collaboration 

• Work directly with clients, operators, and brand partners to integrate architectural solutions into larger hospitality or mixed-use projects.
• Mentor junior designers in architectural best practices and wellness-specific design approaches.
• Act as bridge between conceptual design team and technical consultants to ensure feasibility and fidelity to vision.

Requirements

Key Skills & Competencies

• Licensed architect (NCARB preferred) with 20+ years of experience
• LEED accreditation or equivalent sustainability expertise
• Strong portfolio of built spa, hospitality, or wellness projects.
• Ability to merge creative design intent with constructability and operational efficiency
• Excellent communicator with collaborative approach to working across disciplines. 

Candidate Profile

• 10 years of experience in      architecture, with at least 5 years focused on spa/wellness or      hospitality.
• Experience working with high-end      hospitality brands (luxury resorts, hotels, wellness centers).
• Strong leadership in      architectural documentation, detailing, and coordination.
• Passion for wellness and      sustainability, with proven ability to innovate in spa/wellness design.