Our Team

Black and White portrait of Lead Interior Designers

Studio Athena creates interior environments that reflect our clients' personality and lifestyle. We listen closely, learn what matters most to each person, and design spaces with soul, both residential and commercial, that feel deeply personal and quietly inspiring. We offer a thoughtful, memorable design experience, and we hope to enhance the quality of life for everyone we serve.

We are committed to sustainable practices and to caring for the natural environment in every project we take on. We keep learning, from green building design and Vāstu design to the latest materials and technologies, so we can bring our clients and our community work that is thoughtful and built to last. Since 2013, we've been honored to be a trusted partner to clients across Southern Oregon, and we're delighted to now welcome clients in the San Francisco Bay Area.

  • Athena Lorenz professional interior designer

    Athena Lorenz, Principal Designer + Founder

    BFA in Commercial Interior Architecture with an emphasis on Sustainable Design, Marylhurst University
    Vāstu Certifications in Residential Design, Landscape Design + Site Analysis

    With over a decade of experience in design, I approach every project through the lens of sustainability, believing that thoughtful, responsible choices create spaces that are not only beautiful, but deeply enduring. I see each project as a creative partnership, balancing refined aesthetics with function to design client-centered spaces that elevate everyday living and bring lasting joy.

    My personal design aesthetic leans toward clean-lined contemporary spaces layered with organic textures and subtle bohemian warmth.

    Outside the studio, I'm happiest outdoors with my family. You'll find me camping, taking barre classes, sipping boba tea, discovering new food spots, organizing and color-coordinating just about everything, and hosting living room dance parties with my husband, Cameron, and our four children, Aera, Uma, Emrys, and Taiga.

  • Tahne Martin, Interior Designer

    Tahne Martin, Senior Designer + Drafting Technician

    AAS in Interior Design, Portland Community College

    I'm passionate about design on every scale, and I bring an enthusiasm to the studio that my coworkers say is contagious. Space planning is one of my superpowers. I take joy in creating beautiful, functional spaces that make the most of every inch. Taking time to listen and build a relationship with each client allows me to support them, and our whole team, throughout the design process. My personal design style is influenced by the many years I spent in Hawaii and my travels through Italy.

    Outside the studio, you'll find me enjoying a cocktail with my sisters, or cooking, gardening, and landscaping with my husband.

  • Nicolette Kalic, Interior Designer + Marketing

    Nicolette Kalic, Interior Designer + Marketing

    BA in Communications + Global Public Health, UC San Diego | Former Design Studio Owner

    I am grateful to be part of the Studio Athena team, bringing years of design experience from my work with Hartmann & Forbes, Rejuvenation, and as the owner of my own design firm. Each chapter of my career has deepened my appreciation for thoughtful, well-crafted interiors and the impact they have on daily life.

    During my time at Hartmann & Forbes, I was introduced to the principles of wabi-sabi and developed a lasting appreciation for the beauty of natural materials and organic imperfection. That experience shaped my belief in bringing the outdoors in, creating spaces that feel grounded, layered, and connected to nature.

    As someone who finds inspiration in water, landscape, and time spent outdoors, I believe that when the elements we love are thoughtfully woven into our homes, our spaces become more than beautiful. They become restorative. I genuinely enjoy connecting with clients and consider it a privilege to play a small part in their journey toward creating spaces that reflect who they are and how they want to live. That is what makes this work so meaningful to me.

    When I'm not designing with this wonderful team, you can find me on outdoor adventures, traveling, and seeking the sunshine with my sons, Rezi and Hudson, my fiancé, and our two dogs, Pita and Bridgette!

  • Kyra Caudle, billing coordinator at design studio

    Kyra Caudle, Billing Coordinator

    BS in General Studies with Minors in Biology + Psychology, University of Central Oklahoma

    My love for design and organization has always been a part of my life. I believe a home needs order and function for the people in it to truly thrive. A clean, organized space brings a clear mind and the ability to take on each day's challenges fully. I also believe every space should hold beauty and joy, and that looks a little different for everyone. My personal design style is vintage modern meets farmhouse.

    Outside the studio, I enjoy the Oregon outdoors with my husband, our three children, Kennedy, Pierson, and Clementine, and our poodle. We relocated from Oklahoma and love all the adventures Oregon has to offer. My hobbies include teaching barre fitness classes, snow skiing, remodeling our home, family bike rides, baking, spending time with friends, traveling with my sisters, and all things hands-on. I'm a true DIYer!

Interested in Joining our Team or Collaborating?