Be aware: They over-hire and lay people off frequently to make a profit. - Interior Designer Rockwell Group Employee Review

1.0
Mar 20, 2017
Recommend
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Pros

Great exposure to hospitality vendors, very creative projects, casual dress attire, super talented people, good salary, access to the newest materials, and the amazing materials librarian.

Cons

Almost everything else - outdated office in desperate need of a renovation, no vacation time for Six months from start-date, long hours, egocentric managers, immature and unprofessional conduct by senior level staff (gossip, yelling etc), shockingly poor quality and rushed project documentation that will ultimately drive your vendors and consultants crazy and abuse their time and resources (lots of vendors have stopped working with them) possible poor ethics, they hire and fire as needed to make a profit. When I left they were laying off 20+ people yet still seeking new hires on job-boards. Some people no sooner made it to their six month mark and were laid off without ever taking vacation time. Not worth the risk.

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5.0
Jul 10, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I was given immediate opportunities to work on multiple projects even as an intern. Felt a part of the team from day one. Highly recommend applying to Rockwell Group. Also, a pro is that the office is dog-friendly!

Cons

No cons by any means. Learned so much there.

2.0
Apr 21, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Interesting and high-visibility projects. The company has strong industry recognition and a reputable brand.

Cons

No matter how much effort you put in, studio leadership often has little visibility into individual contributions. Significant time investment—even sustained 100-hour workweeks over multiple months—does not lead to recognition or compensation. Work quality alone is not enough. Recognition tends to depend more on self-promotion and communication than on actual output. As a result, contributions can go unnoticed or be misattributed. There are also concerns around accountability. In some cases, senior staff disengage during critical deadlines yet still receive credit for completed work. This creates an uneven and discouraging environment for those carrying the workload. The culture appears to prioritize internal politics over merit. Attempts to raise concerns through HR have not led to meaningful change. When individuals who contribute to revenue are protected despite toxic behavior, it leaves others to absorb the negative impact. Overall, this dynamic leads to burnout, lack of recognition, and limited trust in leadership processes.

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