Originally from Jackson, Mississippi, Salena earned her Bachelor of Architecture from Mississippi State University in 2014. Her passion for design began in childhood, inspired by A. Hayes Town and experiencing firsthand the renovation of her family home. She has long understood how thoughtful design can elevate everyday living and how it uniquely shapes our memories and emotions.

Upon graduation, Salena trained with ArchitectureWorks and Nequette Architecture & Design, spending six years focused on high-end residential work. In 2021, she founded her own firm, where she continues to specialize in single-family homes across the Southeast, from new construction to small and large-scale renovation projects.