MEET THE TEAM

Donna Figg, Principal 
  • With over 30 years of experience, Donna has led a variety of projects including:  Custom Residences, Second Homes, Multi-use Development projects, Country Clubs, Destination Clubs, Fractional Residences, Restaurants, and Hotels.   
  • After graduating from the University of Texas with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, Donna began her career in Dallas Texas where she worked in the Private Club industry with Club Corporation & Chris Consultants.   
  • Donna moved to the Vail Valley in Colorado to become Slifer Designs’ Director of Hospitality.  Her work included Resort Hospitality and Luxury Residences. After 12 years she moved back home to Austin to establish Donna Figg Design.   
  • Donna is affiliated with ASID and has accreditations from NCIDQ and LEED AP.  
  • In her free time, Donna enjoys paddleboarding and going to concerts.  ​
Bethany Frizzell, Sr. Interior Designer 
  • With over 15 years of professional design experience, Bethany began her career working with Restaurant and Hospitality Design.
  • Bethany graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design.
  • Joining DFD as an Interior Designer in 2016, Bethany has excelled in Resort Residential Fixed Finish Design and Furnishings with numerous projects to her credit.
  • Bethany has extensive experience in interior construction drawings and is involved in all aspects of work at DFD.
  • Bethany, her husband, and energetic son really enjoy being outdoors from camping to paddleboarding.
​Holly Roberts, Sr. Interior Designer
  • Holly began her design career in Colorado working on Multi-Family and Hospitality projects nationwide.
  • A graduate of Colorado State University with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Architecture and Design, Holly moved to Austin and joined the DFD team in 2021 as an Interior Designer.
  • Holly has expanded her design experience with several High-End Residential Fixed Finish and Furnishings projects in Austin, Texas, and the surrounding hill country.
  • By being personable and dedicated to the client’s satisfaction, Holly creates a unique and genuine experience throughout the project and is dedicated to exceeding the client’s expectations.
  • Holly enjoys going on walks and playing with her most prized possession, her poodle chihuahua mix, Louie.
Jordyn Barton, Interior Designer
  • After graduating from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design and minors in Sustainable Design and Entrepreneurship, Jordyn started her career working in hospitality design and staging private estates.
  • Jordyn joined DFD in 2021 as a Junior Interior Designer where she quickly honed her experience and design skills and was promoted to Interior Designer the same year.
  • Jordyn is involved in several High-End Residential Fixed Finish and Furnishings projects located in the Texas Hill Country and Utah.
  • Creating and implementing a design that is functional, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing is a passion for Jordyn.
  • Jordyn loves spending time outdoors playing fetch with her yellow lab, Goose.
Zoie Estay, Interior Designer
  • Zoie’s career started with her work in both Commercial and Residential Design. 
  • A native of Louisiana, Zoie moved to Texas where she graduated from Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design.
  • Joining the DFD team as a Junior Interior Designer in 2022, Zoie is expanding on her Fixed Finish design skills including Construction Drawings, Finish Selections, Specifications and coordinating with the project team.
  • Zoie incorporates her creativity with the client’s desires to create an inspired vision.
  • Zoie is quite the artist and loves to paint.  She also enjoys traveling, cooking Cajun food, and spending time with her three fur babies.
Taylor Vasek, Interior Designer 
  • A graduate of Texas Christian University with a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design, Taylor found her way back to Austin, where she grew up. 
  • During her time in college, Taylor interned for a General Contractor, expanding her knowledge in Residential Design and Build. She practiced her skills in Space Planning, made Fixed Finish Selections, & saw designs realized.    
  • Taylor joined DFD in 2023, and is further developing her skills in Client Relations, Specifications, as well as Construction Drawings. 
  • Designing with empathy, functionality, and creativity is at the forefront of Taylor’s focus towards finding the best solution for the client's vision. 
  • Taylor loves live music, trying new restaurants, and most importantly, spending time with her friends and family. ​
Emily Marion, Interior Designer
  • ​After spending 5 years getting her Master’s Degree in Interior Architecture and Product Design at Kansas State University, Emily decided to move back to her home state of Texas. 
  • Emily’s previous work experience included involvement in both Fixed Finish and Furnishings projects for high-end residential, hospitality, and historic preservation projects in the Charleston, South Carolina area. 
  • Joining the DFD team in 2023, Emily is excited to build her knowledge of high-end residential design.  She is also inspired to create unique designs, incorporating everything from the Texas Hill Country to Mountain Modern styles. 
  • Emily loves Interior Design because it is a never-ending puzzle that has multiple solutions. 
  • Emily enjoys exploring new places, cooking, and reading.  She is also an avid football fan!  
Kimberly Cochrane. Jr. Interior Designer 
  • Born and raised in Austin, Kimberly studied at Texas State University where she received her Bachelor of Science in Interior Design.
  • Kimberly started her career as a lighting consultant where she developed her lighting expertise.  She worked with homeowners, designers, and architects to guide them to the best lighting solutions. 
  • Joining the DFD team in 2024 as a junior interior designer, Kimberly is expanding her knowledge of fixed finishes, construction documents, and furnishings.
  • Kimberly loves to use design to tailor a home to a client’s lifestyle and personality for a unique space that meets their specific needs. 
  • Kimberly loves to attend sporting events, concerts, and most of all cuddling with her Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Rosie Posie.
Kristi Kotanchik, Director of Purchasing
  • Kristi grew up in Austin then moved to Dallas where she graduated from Southern Methodist University.  She then went on to the Art Institute of Dallas where she graduated with an Interior Design degree.  There she found her love of Residential and Hospitality design and procurement. 
  • While spending 15 years in the design industry Kristi developed her skills in FF&E (Furnishings) procurement for projects located all over the world. 
  • Joining DFD as Director of Purchasing in 2024, Kristi has focused on creating the new procurement division for the company. 
  • With attention to detail and a wide breadth of FF&E knowledge, Kristi strives to bring organization and continuity to every project.
  • Kristi loves spending time in her garden, listening to all different kinds of music, and adding stamps to her passport with her husband.
Scott Figg, Managing Partner 
  • Born and raised in Austin, Scott studied at both the University of Texas and Texas A&M University where he received a BBA in Management.
  • With over 30 years in financial services and accounting, Scott started his career at Texins Credit Union where he managed several credit union branch offices. 
  • Scott moved to Colorado where he worked for the Club at Cordillera, a private golf club as an Accounting Manager and Assistant Controller.
  • As Managing Partner of DFD Scott oversees all aspects of Accounting, Finance, Management, and HR. 
  • Scott enjoys spending time with family, watching Westerns, listening to 70’s music, and visiting the mountains! 
 Travis Figg, Business Manager
  • Travis pursued an education at the University of North Texas at Denton where he studied graphic design and computer science. 
  • Travis began his career working in the restaurant industry in Austin Texas including several years of management.
  • Transitioning from restaurant management, Travis wanted to develop his career path by working with DFD to hone his business skills. 
  • Travis enjoys working with numbers and thrives in the dynamic environment of accounting and finance.  To sharpen his practices in accounting, Travis achieved a certificate of Financial Accounting through Harvard Business School Online.
  • Travis is dedicated to keeping up with his fitness through his workouts at the gym. He is also enthusiastic about cars and appreciates spending time with his cat Caramel.