Architecture and interior design salaries
in London - 2026
Salaries across 105 job titles in architecture and design in London.
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How much do architecture and design professionals earn in London?
Architecture and design salaries in London range from £25,000 for an entry-level support role to £180,000 for an architecture partner in 2026. The average architect earns £48,234 and the average interior designer £42,381, with design leaders and heads of function across all disciplines earning £85,000 to £180,000. All figures are GBP base salaries excluding bonus.
Based on 1,890 survey responses, 1,200+ placements and 3,000+ live vacancies.
London salary tables 2026
Base annual salaries in GBP, excluding bonus. Roles marked * typically earn commission or bonus on top. Benchmark your own salary with our calculator, or go deeper with our dedicated architecture and interior design guides.
Showing annual base salaries, excluding bonus.
Architecture salaries in London
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | £26,000 | £28,000 | £30,000 | |
| Part II (0-2 yrs) | £30,000 | £32,000 | £34,000 | |
| Part II (3-4 yrs) | £32,000 | £35,000 | £38,000 | |
| Architect (0-4 yrs) | £38,000 | £45,000 | £50,000 | |
| Architect (5+ yrs) | £48,000 | £50,000 | £55,000 | |
| Senior Architect | £50,000 | £57,000 | £70,000 | |
| Associate | £58,000 | £65,000 | £75,000 | |
| Associate Director | £70,000 | £80,000 | £90,000 | |
| Director | £90,000 | £110,000 | £130,000 | |
| Partner | £130,000 | £150,000 | £180,000 | |
| Technician | £35,000 | £40,000 | £50,000 | |
| Senior Technician | £45,000 | £55,000 | £65,000 | |
| Design Manager | £38,000 | £45,000 | £55,000 | |
| Senior Design Manager | £55,000 | £62,000 | £75,000 |
Interior design salaries in London
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graduate Interior Designer | £27,000 | £28,000 | £29,000 | |
| Junior Interior Designer | £28,000 | £29,000 | £32,000 | |
| Midweight Interior Designer | £33,000 | £36,000 | £45,000 | |
| Senior Interior Designer | £46,000 | £50,000 | £60,000 | |
| Associate | £60,000 | £65,000 | £75,000 | |
| Design Director | £72,000 | £85,000 | £100,000 | |
| Junior Technician | £28,000 | £30,000 | £31,000 | |
| Technician | £32,000 | £37,000 | £44,000 | |
| Senior Technician | £42,000 | £47,000 | £63,000 | |
| FF&E Designer | £32,000 | £40,000 | £45,000 | |
| Senior FF&E Designer | £45,000 | £57,000 | £68,000 | |
| Junior Interior Architect | £28,000 | £29,000 | £32,000 | |
| Interior Architect | £34,000 | £39,000 | £48,000 | |
| Senior Interior Architect | £45,000 | £52,000 | £65,000 |
Business support salaries in London
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Receptionist | £28,800 | £30,000 | £32,000 | |
| Studio Coordinator | £28,800 | £30,000 | £35,000 | |
| Project Administrator | £28,000 | £35,000 | £40,000 | |
| Studio / Office Manager | £40,000 | £45,000 | £50,000 | |
| Practice / Operations Manager | £50,000 | £60,000 | £75,000 | |
| Personal Assistant | £35,000 | £40,000 | £50,000 | |
| Executive Assistant | £45,000 | £55,000 | £70,000 | |
| Marketing Assistant | £28,800 | £30,000 | £35,000 | |
| Marketing Coordinator | £32,000 | £40,000 | £45,000 | |
| Marketing Manager | £45,000 | £50,000 | £60,000 | |
| Bid Assistant | £28,000 | £32,000 | £35,000 | |
| Bid Coordinator | £35,000 | £40,000 | £45,000 | |
| Bid Manager | £44,000 | £55,000 | £60,000 | |
| Business Dev. Manager | £50,000 | £55,000 | £65,000 | |
| Project Coordinator | £35,000 | £40,000 | £45,000 | |
| Document Controller | £35,000 | £40,000 | £45,000 | |
| HR Administrator / Coordinator | £28,800 | £30,000 | £35,000 | |
| HR Advisor / Generalist | £35,000 | £40,000 | £45,000 | |
| HR Manager | £45,000 | £50,000 | £60,000 | |
| Project Manager | £38,000 | £45,000 | £55,000 | |
| IT Support Technician | £28,000 | £35,000 | £42,000 | |
| IT Manager | £45,000 | £60,000 | £70,000 | |
| Facilities Assistant | £25,000 | £28,000 | £30,000 | |
| Facilities Manager | £35,000 | £40,000 | £50,000 | |
| Finance Assistant / Book Keeper | £28,800 | £32,000 | £38,000 | |
| Finance Manager / Controller | £45,000 | £50,000 | £65,000 |
Strategic business support salaries in London
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head of Bids / Proposals | £65,000 | £80,000 | £100,000 | |
| Head of Commercial | £100,000 | £120,000 | £140,000 | |
| Head of Communications / Marketing | £75,000 | £85,000 | £100,000 | |
| Finance Director | £75,000 | £85,000 | £120,000 | |
| Head of HR | £70,000 | £80,000 | £90,000 | |
| Head of IT | £70,000 | £80,000 | £90,000 | |
| COO / Head of Ops | £100,000 | £120,000 | £140,000 | |
| Head of Business Development | £90,000 | £100,000 | £120,000 | |
| Head of Legal / Legal Counsel | £110,000 | £130,000 | £150,000 |
Architectural & interior products salaries in London
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Showroom Assistant* | £27,000 | £32,000 | £35,000 | |
| Showroom Manager* | £30,000 | £37,000 | £42,000 | |
| Marketing Coordinator | £32,000 | £36,000 | £40,000 | |
| Marketing Manager | £45,000 | £50,000 | £60,000 | |
| Sales Support | £25,000 | £32,000 | £38,000 | |
| Procurement Coordinator | £28,000 | £34,000 | £45,000 | |
| Procurement Manager | £40,000 | £42,000 | £50,000 | |
| Project Manager | £35,000 | £45,000 | £60,000 | |
| Production Manager | £35,000 | £45,000 | £60,000 | |
| Sales Representative* | £30,000 | £40,000 | £50,000 | |
| Sales Manager* | £50,000 | £60,000 | £80,000 | |
| Business Development Manager* | £35,000 | £50,000 | £60,000 | |
| Account Manager* | £35,000 | £42,000 | £50,000 | |
| Junior Account Manager* | £25,000 | £33,000 | £38,000 | |
| Senior Sales Manager* | £55,000 | £65,000 | £85,000 | |
| Head of Sales* | £80,000 | £90,000 | £110,000 |
Urban design and landscape salaries in London
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Urban Designer | £29,000 | £31,000 | £33,000 | |
| Urban Designer | £36,000 | £42,000 | £44,000 | |
| Senior Urban Designer | £48,000 | £55,000 | £65,000 | |
| Urban Design Director | £62,000 | £94,000 | £114,000 | |
| Junior Landscape Architect | £27,000 | £30,000 | £31,000 | |
| Landscape Architect | £36,000 | £38,000 | £44,000 | |
| Senior Landscape Architect | £50,000 | £47,000 | £52,000 | |
| Landscape Architect Director | £70,000 | £94,000 | £120,000 |
BIM, CAD and IT salaries in London
| Role | Low | Average | High | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIM Modeller | £32,000 | £34,000 | £36,000 | |
| BIM Technician | £37,000 | £45,000 | £50,000 | |
| BIM Coordinator | £38,000 | £47,000 | £57,000 | |
| BIM Architect / Lead | £47,000 | £54,000 | £62,000 | |
| BIM Manager | £65,000 | £70,000 | £75,000 | |
| CAD / BIM / IT Manager | £55,000 | £68,000 | £90,000 | |
| Head of BIM | £78,000 | £83,000 | £104,000 | |
| Computational Specialist | £36,000 | £48,000 | £65,000 | |
| IT Technician | £26,000 | £33,000 | £42,000 | |
| IT Manager | £47,000 | £57,000 | £70,000 | |
| Head of Digital Design | £80,000 | £95,000 | £110,000 |
Source: Bespoke Careers 2026 Salary Guide.
How London compares
Average base salary for the same level in the two UK markets we benchmark.
Base annual salaries in GBP from the Bespoke Careers 2026 Salary Guide.
What’s shaping London salaries in 2026
Early career
Part I architects start at £28,000 and Part II at £32,000 to £35,000. Graduate Interior Designers start at £28,000. London sits a few thousand pounds above Manchester at entry level, before the gap widens with seniority.
Qualified
A fully qualified architect with 5+ years averages £50,000, level with Manchester, rising to £57,000 at Senior Architect. BIM Managers earn £70,000 and Heads of BIM £83,000, reflecting strong demand for digital delivery skills.
Senior
Associates average £65,000 and Associate Directors £80,000. This is where London pulls clearly ahead of Manchester - an Associate earns £10,000 more in the capital. Design Directors in interior design reach £85,000.
Leadership
Directors earn £90,000 to £130,000 and Partners £130,000 to £180,000. Strategic business roles are well paid too, with Head of Legal at £130,000, Head of Commercial and COO at £120,000.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the highest-paying architecture and design jobs in London?
Partners in architecture pay the most in London at £130,000 to £180,000, followed by Directors at £90,000 to £130,000. On the business side, Head of Legal reaches £150,000+, Head of Commercial and COO both reach £140,000, and in interior design Design Directors reach £100,000.
How much do architects earn in London?
The average salary for an architect in London is approximately £48,234 per year. Part I architects start around £28,000, rising to £35,000 at Part II, £50,000 for a fully qualified architect with 5+ years, £57,000 at Senior Architect and £65,000 at Associate. Directors earn £110,000 and Partners £150,000 on average.
How much do interior designers earn in London?
The average salary for an interior designer in London is approximately £42,381 per year. Graduate Interior Designers typically earn around £28,000, rising to £36,000 at midweight level and £50,000 for Senior Interior Designers. Associates earn £65,000 on average, with Design Directors reaching £85,000.
How do London salaries compare to Manchester?
London leads Manchester at most senior levels. A Senior Architect averages £57,000 in London against £52,000 in Manchester, an Associate £65,000 against £55,000, and a Director £110,000 against £90,000. Junior and midweight roles are closer, and in interior design the two cities are level from senior level up.
How is the salary data collected?
Our salary data draws on input from over 1,890 survey respondents, 1,200 recent placements, 3,000 job listings and insight from 65 recruitment experts.
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Benefits at London architecture and design practices
Salary is only part of the package. Alongside the salary tables, we benchmark the benefits London architecture and design practices offer at three levels, based on our 2026 survey of 1,890 professionals. Use it to weigh up a full offer, or to see where your practice’s package stands against the market.
Health and wellbeing benefits
| Benefit | Standard | Enhanced | Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employee assistance programme | |||
| Free flu vaccine | - | ||
| In-house yoga / fitness sessions | - | ||
| Life insurance | - | ||
| Gym membership | - | ||
| Private healthcare | - | - | |
| Inclusive spaces (prayer / quiet rooms) | - | - |
Career development benefits
| Benefit | Standard | Enhanced | Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paid Part III course fees | Contribution | Full / clawback | Full |
| Paid Part III study leave | Paid | Paid | Paid |
| Mentoring programme | |||
| In-house seminars & workshops | |||
| External training | |||
| Paid certification | - |
Work-life balance benefits
| Benefit | Standard | Enhanced | Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual leave | 23 days | 25 days | 28+ days |
| Hybrid working | - | 2 days p/w | 3 days p/w |
| Sick leave | SSP + 3 | SSP + 5 | SSP + 10 |
| Holiday closure (extra leave) | |||
| Flexible working hours | |||
| Enhanced parental leave | - | ||
| Birthdays off | - | ||
| Working from abroad policy | - | ||
| Sabbatical | - | - | |
| Crèche | - | - |
Workplace perks
| Benefit | Standard | Enhanced | Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food supplied in office | Fruit / snacks | Weekly meal | Catering |
| Annual parties | |||
| Paid social staff events | |||
| Social clubs | - | ||
| Birthday / seasonal gifts | - | ||
| Organised sporting teams | - | ||
| Showers / bike storage facilities | - | ||
| Volunteer days | - | ||
| Staff contributory groups | - | ||
| Office trips | - | ||
| Travel opportunities | - | - |
Financial benefits
| Benefit | Standard | Enhanced | Outstanding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle to work scheme | |||
| Additional pension | - | ||
| Travel card loan | - | ||
| Bonus schemes | - | ||
| Salary sacrifice | - | - | |
| Local discounts | - | - | |
| Car allowance | - | - | |
| Transport allowance | - | - | |
| Employee share scheme | - | - | |
| Free / discounted products | - | - |
Source: Bespoke Careers 2026 Salary Guide survey. Individual practices vary; use the tiers as a guide to what the London market offers, not a guarantee of any single employer’s package.
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