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Raised by two creatives in Chanute, Kansas, Amanda Malson knew early on that she wanted to create environments for people to enjoy. A few decades (and a college degree in interior design) later, Amanda was working with Kelly Wearstler on high-profile residential and commercial projects. She then partnered with Steve Jones of bettershelter, contributing her vision to Lido Marina Village in Newport Beach and restaurant redesigns including Bear Flag and Jan’s Health Bar. Since 2017, Amanda has helmed her own design firm, Common Standard, where she's created magical, immersive spaces including the Bungalows at Calistoga, The Marina Del Rey Hotel, Coffee Dose, Outpost Kitchen, Tiny Tooth Co., and continues to expand the Jan Health Bar stores. 

For more than 25 years, Newport Beach, California-raised Melinda Hovee-Harlan has crafted memorable looks for clients ranging from eight to 80 years old. A former publicist for independent films, she styled actors for photo shoots, press events and awards shows, including the Academy Awards, Golden Globes and Screen Actors Guild Awards. Melinda knows how to expertly mix luxury brands and affordable pieces to provide her clients with confidence, value and style. As an image consultant, she can help build your wardrobe and align her clients to present the best version of themselves.  

Raili Clasen stumbled into the interior design industry when her designer moved out of the country and she decided to try her hand at designing her own home. Early origins in the action sports industry, including Quiksilver, Roxy and Paul Frank, left lasting impressions on Raili, forging a signature California eclectic surf style. Now, she and her team take on projects ranging from 1920s beach cottages to new construction at the Yellowstone Club and Kelly Slater's famous Surf Ranch. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Dwell, Coastal Living, Domino, HBO and Magnolia Network.