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About Evensen

A studio devoted to considered living

Austin interior design studio led by Erica Volkmer, creating collected, story-rich interiors for high-end residential, commercial and hospitality spaces.

Inside the studio — a considered, material-rich interior
Our Philosophy

We love an interior that tells a story

Erica Volkmer, Principal & Founder of Evensen Design, and her dynamic team work closely with clients to define and embrace their style. The studio's interiors are collected, not contrived — layered with texture and interest, and a fusion of high and low, because price shouldn't dictate interest.

Every space we envision is one of a kind: interesting juxtapositions, our client's existing pieces, a touch of whimsy — and yes, the occasional rule broken. Color is key, and great lighting is essential. That discovery process leaves clients not only in love with their space, but with a rich story of how it all came together.

  • Collected, not contrived
  • Color is key — great lighting is essential
  • A fusion of high and low
Erica Volkmer

Principal & Founder

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Years designing in Austin

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Disciplines — residential & hospitality

Why Evensen

Luxe yet whimsical, and never by the book

The way you live is dynamic — so we never apply the same rule to everything. Design should be interesting. It should be curated. It should be you.

Collected, not contrived

Interiors gathered piece by piece, layered with texture and interest — never ordered from a single catalog.

High meets low

A confident fusion of high and low, because price should never dictate interest.

Color & light first

Color is key and great lighting is essential — the two philosophies that drive every scheme.

A touch of whimsy

We thrive on breaking the rules and a slightly absurd moment — hello, mirror installed on top of mirror.

Our Process

These are the details that matter

Both our residential and commercial design processes start with a deep-dive thesis on how you want your space to be experienced.

  1. 01

    Deep-Dive Thesis

    Where do you sit down with a book? How do you get ready in the morning? We map your likes, dislikes and rituals first.

  2. 02

    Define Your Style

    We help you define and embrace your inner style — building a scheme where color is key and lighting is essential.

  3. 03

    Curate & Collect

    Every piece is collected and curated with intention — vintage finds, custom designs and your own treasured pieces.

  4. 04

    Celebrate the Special

    If everything is special, nothing is. We create a hierarchy so special moments and special pieces truly shine.

Our Team

A boutique studio, deeply involved in every project

Erica Volkmer — Principal & Founder

Erica Volkmer

Principal & Founder

The Studio — A Collaborative Boutique Team

The Studio

A Collaborative Boutique Team

The Workroom — Architects, Builders & Artisans

The Workroom

Architects, Builders & Artisans

The Details — Collected & Curated Pieces

The Details

Collected & Curated Pieces

Recognition

Featured from Austin to the national page

  • 2024

    23 Best Austin Interior Designers — AD PRO Directory

    Architectural Digest

  • 2023

    Living Boldly: A High-Rise Reinvention

    Tribeza Home

  • 2023

    One to Watch — Erica Volkmer, Evensen Design

    Luxe Interiors + Design

  • 2023

    The 12 Best Patio Chairs, According to Design Experts

    Food & Wine

  • 2023

    Expert Design Commentary & Trend Features

    Southern Living · Living Etc

Begin your project

Your environment should resonate with you — otherwise, what's the point?

Tell us about your space and how you want it to be experienced. We'd love to start the discovery together.