We Are Studio Dzo

Black-owned and Woman-led, Studio Dzo is a design-build studio committed to crafting thoughtful and creative signage solutions for spaces and places.

Based in Austin, Texas, we specialize in designing and building beautiful, inclusive, and effective signage and wayfinding that elevate brands and experiences.

From concept to completion, our agile team of sign design specialists partners closely with interior designers, architects, developers, business owners, and branding studios to craft custom brand-aligned signs that are clear, accessible, and memorable. By combining design expertise with a practical solutions mindset, we deliver innovative sign and design solutions that are effective and memorable.

Studio Dzo is a certified Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) in the State of Texas.

How We Work

We don’t want clients. We want Partnerships. It takes trust and honesty to develop a strong partnership. The creative process requires both the “client” and the “agency” be open-minded, collaborative, and trusting. When we work together with the same goals and vision the results always exceed expectations.

Let’s work together

What is a Dzo?

A dzo is the Tibetan name given to the majestic offspring between a yak and a cow. A product of the hybrid genetic phenomenon of heterosis (hybrid vigor), the dzo is larger, stronger, and more agile than a yak and more productive than a cow. A hybrid truly greater than the sum of its parts. Just like us!

  • Russell Toynes

    Owner + Creative Director

  • Elizabeth Arenella Toynes

    Owner + Controller

  • Kristina Freres

    Project Manager

  • Jordan Braithwaite

    Art Director

  • Paul Ross

    Art Director

  • Kate Easley

    Production Designer

  • Tanya Rosenzweig

    Brand Manager

  • Jim

    Retired