• RID, IIDA, LEED AP
• Owner | Principal Designer

• Kelle is an accomplished Registered Interior Designer with over 20 years of professional design experience. Her eye for excellence and positive design approach is widely respected across the industry in Austin. She collaborates closely with clients and offers unique ideas and innovative solutions to the creative process. Her enthusiasm for design is marked by attention to detail, which elevates and sophisticates her finished work.

  Along with managing projects, Kelle oversees operations and new business at kc|ID. She is proud of the talented team she has assembled and is continually humbled by their expertise and passion. Prior to founding kc|ID, Kelle spent ten years working at PPDS [design + interiors] where she served as Lead Designer and Division Director of Interiors. She graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and was recognized as LSU’s most outstanding senior in the College of Design.

• Certifications
• NCIDQ #164396, 2003 (National Council for Interior Design Qualification)
• LEED AP, 2009 (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)

• Registration
• Registered Interior Designer, Texas No. 10224, 2003

• Membership
• International Interior Design Association

• RID, IIDA, LEED Green Assoc.

• Studio Director | Senior Designer

With a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and Business Foundations Certification from the University of Texas, Erin has called Austin home for over 15 years. She has grown with kc|ID since the firm opened its doors in 2011, initially as a Junior Designer and now holding the dual roles of Studio Director and Senior Designer. As a long-standing member of the IIDA Texas-Oklahoma Chapter, Erin has held LEED Green Associate status since 2013 and became a Registered Interior Designer in 2014. Her expansive experience with kc|ID encompasses managing projects of all types, sizes and styles, as well as leading the studio in our operational and internal business endeavors.

To achieve a design that is both functional and beautiful, Erin approaches every project with thoughtful research, ingenuity, and a focus on collaboration. As Senior Designer, Erin enjoys being involved in all aspects of the design process and project management from conception to completion, creating unique and meaningful spaces for her clients. As Studio Director, Erin oversees the design office while emphasizing a positive and proactive company culture. She is a multi-disciplined leader with depth of experience and pragmatic skills that help to ensure the operational success of the studio. When she is not working, Erin enjoys exploring the constantly growing Austin community, traveling to inspiring destinations, rooting for her Longhorns, and spending time with her family and friends.

• Certifications
• NCIDQ #30274, 2014 (National Council for Interior Design Qualification)
• LEED Green Associate, 2013 (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)

• Registration
• Registered Interior Designer, Texas No. 11516, 2014

• Memberships
• International Interior Design Association

• RID, IIDA, ASID

• Creative Director | Senior Designer

Nicki has been leading projects at kc|ID since 2012 and has collaborated closely with builders, architects, developers, and owners on a broad range of projects managing all stages of the design process from programming through construction and installation. She received her Bachelor of Science in Interior Design with a Business Minor from Texas State University before gaining professional experience at firms in Los Angeles and Austin, where she focused on high-end residential and hospitality projects. In 2016, Nicki became a Registered Interior Designer and serves as a professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers and International Interior Design Association - Texas Chapters.

With exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of excellence, Nicki continually raises the bar to create interiors that are innovative and original, and believes projects rooted in collaboration lead to a more successful outcome. Her love of beauty and innate sense of style is apparent in every finished project. With dual roles of Senior Designer and Creative Director, Nicki is a talented leader who also oversees all creative output at kc|ID including marketing and branding initiatives, always aiming to lead authentically and motivate her team to produce creative and thoughtful work to shape and strengthen brand standards.

With inspiration drawn from art, architecture, music, travel, food and fashion, Nicki has found the passion for creative expression to be the core of who she is. When not in the studio, she enjoys exploring and learning from the world around her, always remaining curious, and applying her experiences to her work and everyday life.

• Certifications
• NCIDQ #31964, 2016 (National Council for Interior Design Qualification)

• Registration
• Registered Interior Designer, Texas No. 11758, 2016

• Memberships
• International Interior Design Association
• American Society of Interior Designers

Project Designer

Mallory is a talented interior designer with six years of industry experience. Growing up in a multi-generational family of builders, her weekends were spent touring model homes with her dad, the hum of his drill marking the start of many mornings. These formative years revealed her true calling in interior design.

She began her career as an architectural drafter at a multi-family firm, gaining valuable experience on large-scale developments. She later refined her skills at other Austin-based architecture and design firms, collaborating with project managers, lead designers, and consultants on diverse commercial projects, including tenant finish outs, medical offices, warehouses, hotels, nail salons, and mixed-use developments up to 250,000 square feet.

Mallory combines creativity and precision, thriving on technical details and the collaborative process that drives progress. She enjoys understanding her clients’ lifestyles to ensure each design reflects their individual needs and vision. With a growing interest in residential work, she looks forward to exploring this next chapter of her career.

In her free time, Mallory enjoys painting, exercising, and the outdoors, drawing inspiration from the Hill Country’s natural beauty and her vibrant community. Whether hiking, relaxing in a backyard hammock, or spending time with family and dogs, she embraces these moments to recharge. Her involvement in the local art community continues to fuel her creativity and deepen her passion for design.

Junior Designer | Studio Coordinator

A Texas native, Mackenzie graduated from Texas A&M University in 2019 with a Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture Studies and a minor in Communications. During her senior year, she spent a semester studying abroad in Italy, where she developed a newfound appreciation for the timeless nature of great design. Upon graduating, she moved to Austin for the opportunity to begin a career surrounded by like-minded design enthusiasts in a vibrant and flourishing city.

After gaining valuable experience at a technology-driven architecture firm, she intentionally shifted her focus to interior design – blending her architectural background with a passion for creating spaces that are both functional and visually compelling. As a Junior Designer at kc|ID, Mackenzie thrives in collaborative environments and brings a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to each project she works on. Her work is guided by a belief that great design enhances everyday life and should reflect both beauty and purpose.

Outside of work, she embraces the city’s vibrant culture, drawing inspiration from its music, art, and natural environment. Whether hiking local trails or attending a live show, she nurtures an inquisitive spirit and is creatively fueled by her surroundings.

Design Assistant | Studio Coordinator

Elizabeth’s interest in interior design began early in life. She grew up in the Austin area surrounded by her grandfather, a builder, and her grandmother, who owned an interior decorating business. She graduated from Abilene Christian University with a degree in interior design in 2007 and spent the next four years working in the industry in Austin.

After returning to her alma mater to work in University Events for six years, she went on to run her own garment design company. Following the successful sale of her business, she took a month-long break from the busy working lifestyle to travel independently throughout England, seeking perspective and inspiration. It was during her time abroad that she decided to return to her first two loves: Austin and interior design.

Elizabeth is actively working toward her career goal of becoming a licensed interior designer and enjoys expanding her design knowledge while immersing herself in the creative opportunities her role as Design Assistant to Principal, Kelle Contine, brings. When she is not working, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Brandon, and Frank the Frenchie in their Groove Lounge, as well as reading, traveling, learning to cook, tending her garden, making new friends, and participating in AcroYoga Austin.

Marketing Coordinator

A born and bred New Yorker, Hannah has firmly planted her roots here in Texas and celebrates living in Austin for 10 years after attending the University of Texas. With a background in Corporate Communications and Psychology, Hannah’s professional journey has been focused on Client Services, Marketing and Branding and brings with her years of experience working closely with a diverse range of people, problem solving, developing marketing strategy, and expanding brand visibility. As Marketing Specialist, Hannah is well versed on a range of skills and manages kc|ID’s social media platforms, maintains the company’s digital presence, serves as the liaison for professional photography and publications, and plans all kc|ID branded goods and events. She brings savviness and passion to her work and enjoys working in a creative design-oriented environment.

In her spare time, Hannah can likely be found trying one of the many new restaurant hot spots Austin has to offer and loves anything to do with food and wine. Nothing is more relaxing to her than laying out by the pool catching sun with her friends, or curling up on the sofa with her English Cream Golden Retriever, Louie, and watching old episodes of The Real Housewives.

Procurement + Billing Manager

As kc|ID’s Procurement + Billing Manager, Joanna is the organizational backbone of the studio. A self-proclaimed numbers geek and spreadsheet junkie, Joanna takes great pleasure in overseeing the intricate details of each project, as well as the overarching financial strategy of the company holistically. Being a seasoned Project Manager with an artistic flair, she is most inspired by experiencing the creativity and ingenuity of the kc|ID design process. “Meticulous orchestration of the procurement process is key to bridging imagination with reality.”

With a degree from the University of Texas and as a native to the city, her passion for all things 'Austin' is palpable. A true Austinite through and through, running the Greenbelt, watching football, and relishing in the thriving food scene are just a few of Joanna’s favorite activities. Having dance parties at home with her two kids Sage and Vince however, easily tops the list as the best part of her day.

Purchasing Lead

Summer was born in southern California but spent her formative years in the Rocky Mountains of Northwest Montana. She obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of the Pacific and is highly driven by client and colleague relations. She was originally drawn to kc|ID by “the beautiful balance between creativity and structure” and brings an extensive background in event planning. As the Purchasing Lead at kc|ID, Summer plays a significant role in our Procurement team’s success, leading vendor orders and communication, furniture, art & accessory coordination, along with installation logistics - all with a keen attention to detail. She thrives by creating a supportive space for our clients that is uniquely aligned to their vision, planning precisely while also aiming to execute seamlessly.

Summer and her husband Joe now call Austin home, and spend much of their time introducing their son Beau to all that the Hill Country has to offer. When time permits, they love sneaking in a date night and marking “must-try” Austin restaurants off their lengthy list. They can usually be found exploring the city’s many green spaces or managing their brood of rescue animals.