Ashley Rumsey

Co-Founder, Executive Director at Mason Studio

Speaker

Ashley Rumsey is Co-Founder and Executive Director of Mason Studio, an interior design and art consultancy known for its people-focused approach and award-winning projects.

Ashley Rumsey’s leadership drives Mason Studio’s strategic growth through human-centered design values. With a deep understanding of how environments shape human experiences, she creates spaces that resonate on a meaningful, human level—balancing creativity and functionality to deliver results for individuals, communities, and businesses.

Ashley’s global experience spans projects across the Middle East, Asia, and the United States. Her studies in Art History and Interior Design at various Canadian and Australian institutions, have shaped her ability to approach design with cultural empathy and a global perspective.

Ashley’s work combines a rigorous attention to quality with a collaborative spirit, ensuring every project benefits from the expertise of interdisciplinary teams. She fosters a supportive and innovative team culture at Mason Studio, drawing on the diverse strengths of her staff to transform creative ambition into actionable results. Whether collaborating with craftspeople, engineers, architects, or specialists, her focus is on delivering seamless, impactful solutions.

A respected voice in the Canadian and global design communities, Ashley frequently shares her insights at conferences and through design media. Her leadership has shaped many award-winning projects reflecting her belief that well-designed spaces enrich lives, foster connection, and create lasting value