Amanda Malson

The Zest from Orange Coast magazine · Aug 27, 2026 · 36m

Today’s guest is a designer whose work has quietly shaped some of the most recognizable and beloved spaces across Orange County. Through her studio, she’s shaped standout spaces like Coffee Dose, Eat Chow, Outpost Kitchen, and Jan’s Health Bar, along with previous works for Lido Marina Village, Bear Flag, and Pacific City. Her approach brings brand, experience, and business strategy into alignment. Now, she’s leading a new wave of 2026 projects—from reimagining historic icons like Mariners Mile Square and the beloved Spaghetti Bender, a Japanese concept at The Camp, L-Space headquarters…