MEET YOUR  [incredible] TEAM
All of the Office Interiors & Design team members strive to offer extraordinary client experiences.
​Working through the vast changes in the business environment, we have made recommendations, tested our results and perfected our craft. ​We look forward to helping you create a professional and enjoyable working environment.
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Birdie
Official greeter
​gives hugs
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Although Birdie does not have any formal design training, and she hasn't yet mastered any computer programs, she contributes mostly in a specialize support role by giving lots of snuggles and attention to the clients that visit our showroom.  
The really special visitors get the "Birdie Hug" ~ stop by anytime to get one :)
Sara Downes
president
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email: [email protected]
cell: 805-320-2475
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Sara's goal is to help clients create relevant and resilient spaces that can grow and adapt alongside the organization. By connecting product knowledge and emerging design, she collaborates with OID design teams to bring tools, knowledge of trends and new products to assist with connecting each client's strategy, goals, and culture to optimize performance and function. 
In her down time, Sara enjoys spending time with her husband and their 2 young children; outdoors and being active.
'My formal education in Industrial Product Design is perfectly suited to this dynamic industry; granting me the the skills to optimize function, value and aesthetics for all of my clients." 
  • BS Industrial Product Design, Metropolitan College of Denver​
Geoff Downes
VP / CONTROLLER
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email: [email protected]
cell: 805-320-3510

​With a background in operations management, finance and commercial real estate development, Geoff was enthusiastic about joining the OID team managing day to day business operations.  He has quickly embraced the OID work ethic, philosophy and balancing company objectives with individual employee success and growth.
  • BS Psychology, University of Delaware
  • Master of Architecture, University of Colorado
  • LEED AP
  • Master of Business Administration, University of Colorado
Melinda Stanton
Director of development
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email: [email protected]
cell: 402-429-8346

​Melinda is an Interior Designer with 25 years of experience in Commercial Furnishings Focus.  She specializes in creating transformative spaces for Corporate, Healthcare, Education, and Start-up businesses. Melinda prioritizes building lasting client relationships founded on trust and collaboration, ensuring each project reflects their unique vision. Passionate about innovation and client satisfaction, she leverages her expertise to redefine interiors and elevate experiences in creating amazing spaces for all to gather.
She enjoys spending time with her two kids and family and friends.  She loves to hike, explore new places and is always up for an adventure.
·        BSAS, Interior Design 1999 from the University of Nebraska- Lincoln
·        Has worked in the industry since 1999
Macey Morgan
director of client accounts
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email: [email protected]
cell: 402-312-0484
office: 402-484-7500

Macey joined the OID Sales Team in 2019 and believes the best parts of her job are building new client relationships and celebrating a beautiful, finished project.

When Macey isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family, reading, and outdoor activities.

Education: Bachelors in Communication Studies, Masters of Business Administration

Fun Fact: Top 2% Taylor Swift listener on Spotify for multiple years.​
Nancy Kraft
Director of Workplace solutions
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email: [email protected]
cell: 402-730-7262

Nancy Kraft is a Lincoln native who brings over 25 years of experience in contract furniture sales and project management to Office Interiors & Design. Nancy enjoys working on projects large and small, and helping people to go beyond just furniture design, whether that means assisting with interior finishes, or creating ergonomic solutions for her clients.  Her favorite thing about her position is collaborating with clients to give them the best possible outcome for their needs. 

​In her free time, Nancy enjoys volunteering in the community at the Lincoln YMCAs and spending time with her family in Colorado.​
Sara Wolfe
director of client accounts
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​email: [email protected]
cell: 402-217-3439

Sara brings with her a decade of design and project management experience. With a background in designing large scale projects from top to bottom; Sara expertly brings that knowledge to each and every project. 

Education: BA, Interior Design, University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Kayla Stock
director of client accounts
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​email: [email protected]
cell: 402-499-9415

Kayla's bio coming soon.....

Education: BA, Interior Design, University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Vicky Sohl

​lead designer
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email: [email protected]
office: 402-484-7500

​Vicky's bio coming soon...
Liz Stehlik

​lead designer
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email: [email protected]
office: 402-484-7500

Liz has been working in the industry since 2006, when she joined Office Interiors & Design. Liz currently works on the OID design team and specializes in 3D Model Rendering. When she is not working, Liz spends her time volunteering for Hearts United of America, the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, and the Friendship Home.
  • BS in Interior Design, BA in Photography and Graphic Design, University of Nebraska Lincoln
  • National Council for Interior Design Qualification Certificate #26466
  • Considerable education and experience in design
Wendy O'Brien
DESIGN/project manager
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​email:
[email protected]
office: 402-484-7500
​cell: 402-499-7251

Wendy joined the OID team bringing a unique set of skills in design, sales and project management to each project.

She has been in the industry since 1999, and loves to collaborate with the client to curate an intentional design to the space.

Education: Bachelors in Architecture, emphasis in Interior Design from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln: 1999.

When she is not working, she loves to explore the U.S. and National parks with her family and Golden doodle
Kim Isom
DESIGN/project manager
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​email:
[email protected]
​cell: 402-290-4541

More about Wendy coming soon!
Elena Felix
DESIGN/PROJECT MANAGER
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Elena is a University of Nebraska graduate who turned her dream of a career in interior design into reality. Her passion for transforming spaces into their best versions naturally led her to the dynamic world of commercial furniture design. Elena excels at uncovering creative design opportunities, tackling challenges, and crafting practical space-planning solutions.
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  • Graduated from University of Nebraska, Lincoln - Interior Design
Paige Liesveld
DESIGNER
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Paige is an interior design student at UNL and will graduate May of 2025. She came to OID as a design intern in the summer of 2024 and continues to work part time as she finishes up her degree.
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  • Soon to be graduate from University of Nebraska, Lincoln - Interior Design
Diane Duden
client support
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email: [email protected]
office: 402-484-7500

Diane has been the first smiling face you'll see when you come through our doors since 2007. In addition to interior design, Diane has worked in home interiors design as well as in sales and support for a variety of design companies. Her passion is the colors, trends, and feel of a space.
  • Studied Interior Design, University of Nebraska – Lincoln
  • Considerable work experience before OID includes Miller & Paine, Dillard’s, Danley’s Paint & Décor, Paul Daniels Interiors, Flack Decorating (Kansas), and Slumberland
  • Has worked in the industry since 1984
Karen Ellingson
client support / ap
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email: [email protected]
office: 402-484-7500

Karen joined OID with over 20 years of administrative experience in everything from AR/AP, Human Resources, Procurement and Contract Administration. 
Mackenzie Howard
Client support / ar
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email:
[email protected]
office: 402-484-7500

Mackenzie joined OID with 10+ years of experience in the public banking sector. She brings a keen eye for detail in everything she does. Her positive spirit and infectious smile brings joy to everyone at OID every single day!
Dane Henry
install coordinator
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email:
Dane. [email protected]
cell: 402-560-8603

Dane has nearly a decade of experience of installing furniture for OID. Our clients appreciate Dane's in-depth product knowledge and ability to troubleshoot issues.
IN MEMORY OF
Lynn Thelen
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In Memory of our friend, Lynn Thelen, who we lost to cancer in December of 2022. Lynn will forever be in our hearts

A Nebraska native, Lynn spent 19 years in the health field at a local hospital before joining Office Interiors & Design in 1998. She had been a full time member of the team ever since. Lynn was an active member of her church and sat on various committees including acting as the treasurer for several years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling, and was an avid quilter.

  • Graduated from Wesleyan University, Lincoln Nebraska
  • OID team member since 1998
Vicky Kuhn
Client Support / ap
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email: [email protected]
office: 402-484-7500

Vicky has been an integral member of the Office Interiors & Design team since its inception in 1995, and has been working in the interior design industry since 1985.  
  • Member of the United States Bowling Congress, Lincoln Chapter
  • Has worked in the industry since 1985
OUR FOUNDER
​Dian Pickerel
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Although Dian is now retired from OID - we are so proud of her legacy and the great company she built - we just couldn't remove her presence from the website. 
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Dian has been in the industry since 1976 and was a principal member of the founding OID team in 1995. One of Dian’s areas of expertise was education, holding an ergonomics fair every year for the UNL  system and was proud to be a key vendor for the University of Nebraska as well as the holder of the LPS furniture contract.
  • Dual BS in Interior Design & Fashion Design, University of Nebraska Lincoln
  • Attended Teknion Dealer industry training on all aspects of commercial furniture industry
  • Member East Lincoln Business Association
  • Notable projects include Pinnacle Bank Headquarters in Omaha, University of Nebraska College of Business & Engineering Offices
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LINCOLN SHOWROOM: 1401 Dahlberg Drive, Suite A, Lincoln NE 68512
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OID provides Lincoln & Omaha, NE unparalleled commercial interior design, space planning, and office furniture. Providing commercial office furniture in Lincoln, NE and providing commercial office furniture in Omaha, NE - we provide commercial office furniture, commercial design services, contract office furniture, office chairs, desk task chairs, guest side chairs, conference tables, modular workstations, panel system furniture, free standing work stations, sit to stand desks, standing height desks, electric height adjustable tables, office desks, wood casegoods private office furniture, commercial lounge furniture, reception desk furniture, cafeteria furniture, educational furniture, healthcare furniture, collaborative meeting furniture, office storage, lateral file storage, floor to ceiling walls, architectural wall products, commercial interior design services in Lincoln, NE, interior design in Omaha, NE and surrounding Midwest areas.