Building Skout: Ashley Clark on Business, Motherhood & Design

In this episode of Sunset 17, Ronna sits down with Ashley Clark, founder of Scout and her first-ever designer guest. Ashley shares how she went from selling handmade pillows out of her trunk to leading a full-service interior design firm in Costa Mesa. They talk about balancing motherhood and business, raising four kids, and building a brand rooted in personality, vintage finds, and soulful design. From the new Lido House Hotel cottages to real talk about collaboration and industry standards, this episode is packed with inspiration for creatives ready to grow without losing their roots.

0:00 – Scout Interiors: Ashley Clark’s Journey

5:52 – Pillow Dealer Turned Designer

8:13 – Sharing My Home Over Clients

11:48 – Busy Mom’s Daily Hustle

15:37 – Lido House Hotel Cottages Expansion

19:14 – “Bunk Room for Big Families”

21:48 – Inspiring Designers and Entrepreneurs

24:23 – Expanding Beyond Playful Design

29:07 – “One-of-a-Kind Design Stamp”

31:24 – “Creative Struggles in Business Systems”

34:16 – Creating Spaces, Building Memories

36:40 – “Learning Through Design and Experience”

40:27 – Collaborative Design Journey

43:45 – “Elevating Design Through Conversation”