--- title: "Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID — Interior Designers & Decorators | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/carolyn-albert-kincl-asid-pfvwus-pf~1417730365 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1417730365.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID" category: ["Interior Designers & Decorators"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/3b0396fb0fb1677e_7580-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "9208 Simmons Rd., Austin, Texas 78759, United States" latitude: 30.4036 longitude: -97.7526 phone: "(512) 349-9322" website: http://carolynalbertkincl.houzz.com/ rating: 4.9 review_count: 17 best_of_houzz_awards: 5 followers: 765 last_updated: 2026-11-10 --- # Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID Original Houzz profile: [Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/carolyn-albert-kincl-asid-pfvwus-pf~1417730365) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Interior Designers & Decorators - **Location:** Austin, TX - **Serves:** Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Pflugerville, Brushy Creek, Jollyville, Wells Branch, Anderson Mill, Lost Creek, Barton Creek, Rollingwood, Great Hills, Mc Neil - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (17 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2013–2018), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Carolyn is a Professional member of the American Society of Interior Designers. She specializes in residential interior design, with a keen interest in assisting clients with interior selections when building or remodeling. She's also been very succesful at furnishing and accessorizing finished homes, while staying within budget. ### Services Provided - Interior Design - Kitchen Design - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Color Consulting - Kids Bedroom Design - Custom Cabinets - Custom Kitchen Cabinets - Lighting Design - Custom Built-ins - Floor Plans - Custom Bathroom Vanities - Custom Blinds & Shades - Custom Home Bars - Custom Bookcases - Sunroom Design & Construction - Custom Rugs - Custom Entertainment Centers - Wine Cellar Design - Custom Shelving - Downsizing - Decluttering - Kitchen Remodeling ### Areas Served - Austin - Round Rock - Cedar Park - Pflugerville - Brushy Creek - Jollyville - Wells Branch - Anderson Mill - Lost Creek - Barton Creek - Rollingwood - Great Hills - Mc Neil ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID | | Address | 9208 Simmons Rd., Austin, Texas 78759, United States | | Phone | (512) 349-9322 | | Website | http://carolynalbertkincl.houzz.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 765 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/carolyn-albert-kincl-asid-pfvwus-pf~1417730365) - **Website:** http://carolynalbertkincl.houzz.com/ - **Phone:** (512) 349-9322 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Winner of multiple ASID Design Excellence awards - **Best of Houzz:** 5 awards (2013–2018), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 17 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Deborah Jarman, Jan. 2017** > Carolyn is the best! She has the ability to quickly tune into what your needs and preferences are and come up with a plan that fits both wishes and budget. Her attention to detail is over the top! **Comment from Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID:** > Ah, Deborah, you and I have had great fun designing various rooms in your various houses, and it's always been a pleasure to work with someone who has a keen sense of design of her own. We've learned to work it out together, making it rather splendid, if I do say so myself. Thank you for the kind words! **★★★★★ — Angela Smith, Jan. 2017** > We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Carolyn Albert-Kincl to anyone looking for a top notch interior designer. The time my husband and I have spent with her, gaining the advantage and benefits of her knowledge have convinced us she's the best! She not only has the expertise, she also relieves much of the stress experienced by anyone undergoing a major remodeling or construction job. She also puts the interest of the client before anything else, always seeking to keep costs down for the best quality possible. She's accessible and prompt to respond. She gives great counsel and accompanied us on appointments with vendors, knowing just the right questions to ask. She has certainly made what, for us, would have been an overwhelming task, a pleasant and comfortable experience. **Comment from Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID:** > Thank you, Angela, for your beautifully written and wonderful review. It's > a pleasure to work with you can Charles. **★★★★★ — Moore Supply Co. \| BK Showplace \| Austin, Dec. 2015** > We have worked as Carolyn's plumbing fixtures supplier for several years. Carolyn's bold, creative and functional designs always impress us. Her professionalism along with her friendly attitude makes Carolyn a pleasure to work with. I would recommend Carolyn for anyone looking for an interior designer! **★★★★★ — jschimsk, Nov. 2015** > Carolyn did an amazing job helping me with my recent residential remodel. From helping with the pre-project planning to finalizing furniture and fabric choices, she brought her creative ideas and valued suggestions to each phase of the project. She was also very thoughtful about helping me stay on schedule and within my budget. I am so pleased with my gorgeous "new" home! I look forward to working with Carolyn on my next project soon. **★★★★★ — Don Ward, Aug. 2015** > First of all I would like to say that it was an extreme pleasure working with Carolyn. I bought an old East Austin bungalow (March 2015) that was built in 1926. If you live in the Austin area, you already know that this is one of the hottest, upcoming neighborhoods in the city. Especially with the amount of growth the city is experiencing. For the most part, many of the homes selling in this area have multiple offers submitted after listing for sale. I was fortunate that my offer was submitted and accepted! > > The home needed extensive renovations and Carolyn was there day one when my offer was accepted. She was a referral from a prior co-worker and I had a chance to speak with her to give a heads up of what I wanted/was planning to do when i was searching for a home. > > Once the offer was accepted, I immediately called Carolyn and asked if she would take a look at the property with me. Due to the property needing extensive renovation work and the timeframe, we started bouncing ideas off each other. She listened attentively and intently on some of my thoughts. She provided a lot of value by filling in the gaps on my overall vision of the property versus the smaller details needed to make the project a success. She was also very influential with sending multiple ideas if there was something that I wasn’t completely on board with. She was flexible and provided further depth and understanding of some of her ideas as well. > > Ultimately, we chose a contemporary look with clean lines and simple, yet vibrant colors to add life back to the home. Carolyn helped with the design of the Kitchen, Living Room, Office, Bathrooms, and Bedrooms. For the most part, she provided guidance on every room on the house including a tailor made design of the Master Bedroom closet. > > I can’t thank Carolyn enough for her insight and availability. If you are looking for a designer who will learn more about you and incorporate your style of living into the design of your home, I would highly recommend her. She is a pleasure to work with and I will definitely use her services again in the future. **Comment from Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID:** > This was such a fun project! I particularly liked the challenge that working within a tight schedule and a moderate budget offered. We were able to take advantage of local source, including Blu Dot, Crate & Barrel, West Elm, Pottery Barn, Ikea, Copenhagen, and Moore Supply. The exterior of this 1926 home is "traditional cottage". The interior > is 21st C. Thank you, Don, for the wonderful review and for the delightful opportunity you gave me to work with you. > Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID **★★★★★ — bareiss, Aug. 2014** > If you are planning to remodel Carolyn Albert-Kincl is an excellent professional designer. Our bathroom and kitchen were looking outdated and worn. We needed a complete redo! I wasn't sure that I couldn't do it myself but having a designer really is a good idea. There are so many decisions to make with any remodel that having someone to bounce ideas off is essential . Carolyn immediately went to work! We visited all of the showrooms and discussed all of my ideas (likes and dislikes) ,she got to the heart of my design ideas.Carolyn organized and coordinated the project with the contractor.She drew professional, to scale designs.I have two beautiful designed rooms that fit my style and the style of the home.We couldn't have done it without her help. > > Just finished up 2 bathroom remodels with Carolyn's help. They look great! Having the services she provided helped the project move along; choosing the tile, fixtures, hardware, etc. was a breeze! The suppliers she connected me with were so professional,, they gave us great service and prices too! Thanks for another great job, Carolyn. **★★★★ — gracey999, May 2014** > Carolyn is my kind of girl! She speaks plainly and makes honest suggestions (i.e., don't show an unmade bed on line). I am looking forward to starting my bedroom this weekend. I like her style as well. I can't wait for the free advice I'm going to get from this designer! :))))) I'm already ahead of the game because now I make my bed ALMOST every day! **Comment from Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID:** > Bravo, gracey999, it puts a big smile on my face to think that you are following my advice and that you bed is beautifully made almost every day! Please find me on a dilemma when you post your very own dilemma and give me a link to yours! I'll be delighted to help you, Gracey! **★★★★★ — patalymcdonald, May 2014** > Carolyn Albert-Kincl has been such a pleasure to work with and has added significant value at every stage of our building process; we highly recommend her. She was thorough and professional, working well with both our architect and builder. > Carolyn worked with us from the architectural planning phase through finish-out completion. We benefited from her thoughtful suggestions, integrating functional details we never would have thought to consider otherwise. Carolyn skillfully guided us through the maze of custom selections, including interior and exterior paint colors, plumbing fixtures, tile, flooring, lighting, and furniture. Her acute eye for detail and practical approach has resulted in a dream home that truly reflects our style and personality and has far exceeded our expectations, all while under the constraints of an aggressive timeline and limited budget. We couldn’t be more pleased. Consider us raving fans. **★★★★★ — Darzy, Dec. 2013** > I highly recommend you hire Carolyn Albert-Kincl! I was struggling with the re-design of my master bedroom design choices and trying to work with my current furniture. Within an afternoon together of consultation and shopping, Carolyn's suggestions of paint colors and finishes, wood floor color selection, art, lamps and accessories were perfect. She even found a new chair for the family room - all within budget! Carolyn even followed up and sent fabric samples for an ottoman to reupholster to coordinate with the wall color for the bedroom. She definitely has a gift to find beautiful pieces in the proper scale and design within budget. Carolyn's attention to detail is amazing. She is so professional that I felt like a "high end" client! To top it all off, she is a lovely person to be around. **Comment from Carolyn Albert-Kincl, ASID:** > Design is my life! Creating good design on a limited budget is something I find very personally rewarding. **★★★★★ — Dave Craft, May 2013** > We've now used Carolyn on two homes with vastly different styles (a) texas hill country and (b) modern contemporary. She brings a wealth of knowledge no matter the style. I credit her with saving us from several huge mistakes we were planning on our first "from scratch" house as we involved her during the design phase. So not only does she bring a great aesthetic to textures, colors and furnishings but she's also a great switch-hitter on the feel of houses and how they are best laid out. We plan on going back again and again on all future projects. You really can't say better about a designer if they are always the "go to" person. Top Notch! **★★★★★ — stgilbert, Aug. 2012** > We first became aware of Carolyn's work when visiting a friend's home in the hill country. It was so beautifully done and had so many unique features. > Eight years ago, when building a home, we asked Carolyn to help us. She advised us on our overall design from the ground up (tile work, floors, paint, furniture, lighting, etc.), listening carefully to what we liked and didn't. The end product was beautiful! > Since then, we have hired Carolyn to assist us in updates in the same home and in updating our daughter's home. Again, we have been thrilled with the finished looks of the homes. > Carolyn has many gifts. She especially has an eye for color and for scale. She has also recommended ideas which we would not have thought of, but which have become some of our favorites in our home. > We also appreciated that Carolyn is very clear about the costs of her services. She is timely, completely reliable, fair, and has never added charges which were not discussed ahead of time. > We recently put our home on the market and have received many compliments on her work. We will, without question, hire Carolyn to help us with our new home. > We highly recommend Carolyn's work! **★★★★★ — Ravello Design, July 2012** > I am a builder/remodeler and have worked with Carolyn Albert-Kincl on numerous projects since 1994. She is a fantastic designer; a true professional who is able to work well with both traditional as well as contemporary style homes. Carolyn does an amazing job of bringing projects in on-shedule and in-budget, and she is a joy to work with. I highly recommend Carolyn for your next project! ## Selected projects - [Oakmont](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/oakmont-pj-vj~59101) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Ethridge](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ethridge-pj-vj~59018) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Simmons powder room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/simmons-powder-room-pj-vj~291931) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: The designer, Carolyn Albert-Kincl, yanked this powder room firmly into the 21st Century with a major transformation using automotive paint and graffiti wallpaper. A dramatic mirror from Z Gallerie ramped up the sizzle of this little space, and was helped along by the chrome Danze Sirius faucet and the square profile sink. Being in this room reminds one of being surrounded by a large abstract painting. - [Greenhill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenhill-pj-vj~798695) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [vanity stool](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vanity-stool-pj-vj~224289) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [Simmons garden](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/simmons-garden-pj-vj~183047) - Location: Austin, TX - Photos: 2 - Description: Because Austin has received little rain in the last few years, this gardener decided to replace his grass with rocks, while leaving shrubs and trees. - [Great Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/great-hills-pj-vj~165901) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 - [RobRoy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/robroy-pj-vj~165900) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 1 [See all 8 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/interior-designers-and-decorators/carolyn-albert-kincl-asid-pfvwus-pf~1417730365) ## Ideabooks - [fencing ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/148441367/list/fencing-ideas) — 17 ideas - [Durango project](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5018453/list/durango-project) — 28 ideas - [Design Dilemma](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3276897/list/design-dilemma) — 44 ideas - [mixed color kitchen cabinets](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/122620436/list/mixed-color-kitchen-cabinets) — 5 ideas - [Exterior Railings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/117993985/list/exterior-railings) — 5 ideas - [fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86692561/list/fireplaces) — 35 ideas - [Bar Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114747637/list/bar-ideas) — 1 idea - [Small Traditional Side Tables](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/107051017/list/small-traditional-side-tables) — 4 ideas - [Lighting For Assisted Living](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/107049882/list/lighting-for-assisted-living) — 4 ideas - [Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56999987/list/bathroom) — 12 ideas - [Traditional/transitional fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/97804092/list/traditional-transitional-fireplaces) — 6 ideas - [Exterior Walls And Fencing](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91390159/list/exterior-walls-and-fencing) — 1 idea - [Laundry room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/87839830/list/laundry-room) — 4 ideas - [Rugs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/87096165/list/rugs) — 1 idea - [CR office](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/82928285/list/cr-office) — 8 ideas - [Durango master bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/77789864/list/durango-master-bath) — 1 idea - [secondary bathrooms](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71209609/list/secondary-bathrooms) — 4 ideas - [Santa Fe guest bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67104798/list/santa-fe-guest-bath) — 11 ideas - [living room ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/50801932/list/living-room-ideas) — 3 ideas - [Falconhead](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/63339930/list/falconhead) — 5 ideas [See all 36 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/carolynalbertkincl) ## Community Q&A **Q: Huge Gothic Chandelier fell and smashed into a million pieces!** *(in Design Dilemma)* Hi All. My Quoizel La Parra three tier Bronze chandelier chain broke and it fell 22 feet and smashed to smithereens. Thank goodness no people or pets were below when this happened! We have matching sconces in the foyer, as well as matching pendants over the kitchen island and dining table. This fixture is discontinued, so I'm trying to find a new chandelier and sconces that will coordinate with the ones in the kitchen/dining area. I've posted a photo of the La Parra, which is described as Gothic or Moorish Spanish. Dimensions were 48" wide by 56" high without the chain. The ceiling height is 22 feet. I found the Quoizel Marquette, which is the same dimensions, but very different style. Not sure if it will fit in... Would appreciate any recommendations for replacing my (now) pile of rubble. Thank you in advance! The one that is no more... The Marquette. A: Yes, sounds like you've found the right thing. But if that doesn't work out I think you can mix things these days. **Q: Decorating a den, entryway and general suggestions** *(in Home Decorating)* I don’t know if you do home rental, but I really need help deciding how to decorate bookshelves that are rather large what to do with an entry and general furniture and just help. The house is in Brookhaven and about 1,200 sq feet than my past house. I just need it to look like a home. Can y’all help me with that or know someone who could if you can’? Thank you! A: Some photos of the space and also of the exterior of the house would be helpful. The exterior photo is so we know what type of house it is. The interior photos will show us the spaces you are having trouble with. We'd also like to see photos of any furniture pieces you have that you will be using. If you know whether you prefer a traditional look or something more contemporary, that info would also be helpful, as would the number of people who will be living in the house, and how many are children. **Q: What color ceiling goes with SW Alabaster trim?** *(in Design Dilemma)* We're planning to paint all walls in our new build SW Egret White. We're between Pure White and Alabaster for the trim paint. I'm leaning toward Alabaster because we have a brick fireplace with surrounding mantle that we'll paint to match the trim and the softer white suits the brick better. All that said, I'm struggling with what color to paint the ceiling if we go with Alabaster trim throughout. Has anyone run into this before? Our SW paint consultant didn't recommend Alabaster for the ceiling (she said just go with ceiling white) but I'm worried that the contrast will make the trim look dingy. Any input is appreciated! A: I frequently paint the ceiling the same color as the walls. **Q: Kitchen Tile Border and Mural Without Backsplash?** *(in Home Decorating)* I am trying to decide whether to use a tile border above the countertop, leaving the pale yellow painted wall as is. I already have a tile mural over the cooktop with a marble border. I want that to be the focal point. So, if I go with a total backsplash, it would just be a white marble arabesque. The countertop is a white quartz with just a touch of gray streaks. I would not use a border with the backsplash. Would the border alone look weird? I like the contrast of the pale yellow paint against the white cabinets and countertops. Thanks for your advice! A: There is more reason for a backsplash than just to make it look good. As the name implies, a backsplash is there to prevent things from splashing onto the painted wall. So Please finish off the walls with a backsplash that coordinates with the tile mural that is over the cooktop. **Q: Paint Trims Help** *(in Paint)* Is there a formula for painting a living room such as matte walls and ceiling and satin trim? Looking for some guidance ASAP. Painters come tomorrow! Thank you. A: Others may, I don't personally recall ever doing that. I have painted ceilings lighter than the walls on occasion, and I have painted the trim in same color as the walls, though with the walls flat and the trim semi-gloss. But I don't recall ever doing it in the combination you mention. I do not object to what you suggest, as long as the trim is semi-gloss and walls and ceiling are flat. **Q: Kitchen/dining room area** *(in Design Dilemma)* I have a 1940s cottage style home. i love the house- except the kitchen/dining setup isn’t my favorite. I can’t get the dining part to look great. I originally thought I’d put a round table to break things up a bit but the fridge door being there doesn’t allow for it. Any suggestions for what I could do in this area? A: Here's the promised photo that shows how I suggest you arrange your chairs around a round table.. This arrangement usually allows for more walking space between walls and table. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-10.*