What is the company culture like at DZINLY?

Work from home flexibility... on a good day. May be held against you if you need to work from home due to personal reasons since PTO is not available. Concept is cool and innovative for the construction world, can be a huge success.

Unpaid overtime, no PTO or benefits (retirement, healthcare). Zero communication of expectation from management to staff, if there is its very vague. Expectations are given and changed on a whim and very harsh reproductions are given when those ever changing expectations are not met... how can you expect your staff to meet your expectation and meet goals when they are changed undenounced to them and unachievable given the resources and man power. Titles and responsibilities of designers are not clear, same with procedure. Terrible work - life balance. Expected to work after hours and treat it like "our baby" when we don't own or run this company. Staff are not treated like people, they are treated like machines that are expected to give up the entirety of their personal time to achieve finish tasks that are "needing" to be pushed within a business day but really would take two. The edge of DZINLY is designs basically a design in a day, but it is rushed and end product is sub-par at best. You will be rudely yelled at in front of staff from management for any mistake you make. Design is not treated as subjective, even though management preaches that narrative. You will design per the wants of management, not to the wants of the client. Management is not as well versed in the construction world even though they say they are. They make approval decisions based off their own experience (not as an architectural designer or installer) not from research on product a designer has done. Not open to new ideas and new information. There is no "team". I felt like it was "every man for themselves" and try to stay afloat as well as not being verbally abused by management. If management does not like you at all (they go off "vibes" not actual work performance), you may feel like you are walking on eggshells and they your effort to grow and be better is not enough. You may feel riddled with anxiety and have a lack of security in your position.

This is a dog friendly office

Think carefully before applying. In my experience, this was a misleading and frustrating work environment marked by inconsistent communication. Leadership, particularly the COO, often presented a polished, positive front, but I found that follow-through and internal communication frequently fell short of what was promised and at times came across as disingenuous. Flexibility was emphasized during the hiring process, but in practice, it was not upheld. When I accepted the position, I was given a clear understanding of what my schedule would be. That changed the day before I started, leaving me with previously scheduled appointments that couldn’t be adjusted on short notice. As a result, on a few occasions, I requested to work remotely for the remainder of the day, consistent with the flexibility that had been discussed during onboarding. Each time, the COO responded with phrases like “oh yeah, no problem” or “totally understandable,” always with a smile and no indication that it would be an issue. However, those approved requests ultimately resulted in my dismissal. This was especially disheartening, as my responsibilities were consistently met while still going above and beyond. I was also told I wasn’t a “hard worker,” a comment that felt entirely disconnected from the effort I put into the role. My direct report had previously praised my quick learning and noted that I would be a valuable asset to the company, which made the outcome all the more disappointing. Additionally, a paid vacation that had been pre-approved in writing before I was hired was nearly denied until I provided documentation of the agreement. The company also expects employees to be available beyond standard business hours, remain on call, and even work during vacation time in order for that time to be paid. This expectation is downplayed during the hiring process but becomes clear once you’re in the role, contributing to an unhealthy work-life balance. While this may not reflect every employee’s experience, I strongly encourage anyone considering this employer to ask specific questions, get important details in writing, and carefully evaluate whether the company’s culture aligns with their values and expectations.

This is a dog friendly office

Think carefully before applying. In my experience, this was a misleading and frustrating work environment marked by inconsistent communication. Leadership, particularly the COO, often presented a polished, positive front, but I found that follow-through and internal communication frequently fell short of what was promised and at times came across as disingenuous. Flexibility was emphasized during the hiring process, but in practice, it was not upheld. When I accepted the position, I was given a clear understanding of what my schedule would be. That changed the day before I started, leaving me with previously scheduled appointments that couldn’t be adjusted on short notice. As a result, on a few occasions, I requested to work remotely for the remainder of the day, consistent with the flexibility that had been discussed during onboarding. Each time, the COO responded with phrases like “oh yeah, no problem” or “totally understandable,” always with a smile and no indication that it would be an issue. However, those approved requests ultimately resulted in my dismissal. This was especially disheartening, as my responsibilities were consistently met while still going above and beyond. I was also told I wasn’t a “hard worker,” a comment that felt entirely disconnected from the effort I put into the role. My direct report had previously praised my quick learning and noted that I would be a valuable asset to the company, which made the outcome all the more disappointing. Additionally, a paid vacation that had been pre-approved in writing before I was hired was nearly denied until I provided documentation of the agreement. The company also expects employees to be available beyond standard business hours, remain on call, and even work during vacation time in order for that time to be paid. This expectation is downplayed during the hiring process but becomes clear once you’re in the role, contributing to an unhealthy work-life balance. While this may not reflect every employee’s experience, I strongly encourage anyone considering this employer to ask specific questions, get important details in writing, and carefully evaluate whether the company’s culture aligns with their values and expectations.

Working at Dzinly has been a great start to my design career. Over the past few years, I’ve grown with the company while also completing my BFA in Interior Design. I began as a Design Intern and later moved into a full-time role as a Designer and Marketing Coordinator. One of the best parts of working here is the freedom I had to explore what I’m good at—having that kind of flexibility and support really helped me discover where I thrive and gain valuable experience. It’s a fast-paced environment that prepares you for the demands of the design world. If you’re motivated, collaborative, and can handle tight deadlines, you’ll do well here. For me, that meant putting in extra hours at times, especially while balancing work with attending classes during the day. We work from home on Fridays, and while there’s no formal PTO policy, I’ve never had an issue taking time off in the three years I’ve been here. Management is supportive and works with you to coordinate time off or remote work when you’re out of town. The office is dog-friendly, has standing desks, and there’s a park right across the street that’s perfect for mid-day walks. We’re also surrounded by great lunch spots, and the team members are amazing—they’ve become some of my closest friends.

No benefits at this time.

Work from home flexibility... on a good day. May be held against you if you need to work from home due to personal reasons since PTO is not available. Concept is cool and innovative for the construction world, can be a huge success.

Unpaid overtime, no PTO or benefits (retirement, healthcare). Zero communication of expectation from management to staff, if there is its very vague. Expectations are given and changed on a whim and very harsh reproductions are given when those ever changing expectations are not met... how can you expect your staff to meet your expectation and meet goals when they are changed undenounced to them and unachievable given the resources and man power. Titles and responsibilities of designers are not clear, same with procedure. Terrible work - life balance. Expected to work after hours and treat it like "our baby" when we don't own or run this company. Staff are not treated like people, they are treated like machines that are expected to give up the entirety of their personal time to achieve finish tasks that are "needing" to be pushed within a business day but really would take two. The edge of DZINLY is designs basically a design in a day, but it is rushed and end product is sub-par at best. You will be rudely yelled at in front of staff from management for any mistake you make. Design is not treated as subjective, even though management preaches that narrative. You will design per the wants of management, not to the wants of the client. Management is not as well versed in the construction world even though they say they are. They make approval decisions based off their own experience (not as an architectural designer or installer) not from research on product a designer has done. Not open to new ideas and new information. There is no "team". I felt like it was "every man for themselves" and try to stay afloat as well as not being verbally abused by management. If management does not like you at all (they go off "vibes" not actual work performance), you may feel like you are walking on eggshells and they your effort to grow and be better is not enough. You may feel riddled with anxiety and have a lack of security in your position.

This is a dog friendly office

Think carefully before applying. In my experience, this was a misleading and frustrating work environment marked by inconsistent communication. Leadership, particularly the COO, often presented a polished, positive front, but I found that follow-through and internal communication frequently fell short of what was promised and at times came across as disingenuous. Flexibility was emphasized during the hiring process, but in practice, it was not upheld. When I accepted the position, I was given a clear understanding of what my schedule would be. That changed the day before I started, leaving me with previously scheduled appointments that couldn’t be adjusted on short notice. As a result, on a few occasions, I requested to work remotely for the remainder of the day, consistent with the flexibility that had been discussed during onboarding. Each time, the COO responded with phrases like “oh yeah, no problem” or “totally understandable,” always with a smile and no indication that it would be an issue. However, those approved requests ultimately resulted in my dismissal. This was especially disheartening, as my responsibilities were consistently met while still going above and beyond. I was also told I wasn’t a “hard worker,” a comment that felt entirely disconnected from the effort I put into the role. My direct report had previously praised my quick learning and noted that I would be a valuable asset to the company, which made the outcome all the more disappointing. Additionally, a paid vacation that had been pre-approved in writing before I was hired was nearly denied until I provided documentation of the agreement. The company also expects employees to be available beyond standard business hours, remain on call, and even work during vacation time in order for that time to be paid. This expectation is downplayed during the hiring process but becomes clear once you’re in the role, contributing to an unhealthy work-life balance. While this may not reflect every employee’s experience, I strongly encourage anyone considering this employer to ask specific questions, get important details in writing, and carefully evaluate whether the company’s culture aligns with their values and expectations.