DESIGNER
Marni Vincent grew up in the Bay Area of California. Later moved to Auburn, CA in 1987 and Weimar in 1993; in 2020 she relocated to Idaho for family. Serving as designer and acting general contractor for their home, she gained first hand experience in the building process.
With a strong foundation in design, she shifted her focus to architectural design. Her professional experience includes work for a Kitchen & Bath Designer, tenant improvements, projects with a General Contractor specializing in dentist offices, and individual clients doing remodeling designs and whole houses. Also working under several architects, further broadening her practical experience in architectural design and project delivery.
She has a B.S. degree in Design (Interior Architecture) from the University of California at Davis and an A.S. degree from Sierra College, Rocklin, CA in Construction Technology and Design Drafting (AutoCAD Specialist). Her past education includes AA degree from Diablo Valley College and attendance at Brigham Young University.
She currently holds memberships in NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association) and past memberships in CSI (Construction Specifications Institute). & AIA (American Institute of Architects).
Your Vision, Guided by Decades of Expertise.
Building or remodeling your home shouldn’t be a solo journey. With over 20 years of design experience—and proudly serving the Treasure Valley since 2020—Design & Build Assistance works side-by-side with homeowners or contractors to blend sustainable design with your personal aesthetic. Whether you’re planning an addition or a custom new build, we guide you through every detail: from the first site selection to the final construction documents and builder selection. We don't just design houses; we create spaces meticulously tailored to your unique lifestyle.
We also offer tenant improvement and space planning work. Our team includes engineers and a licensed architect as the project needs.
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EDUCATION
2000 B.S. at University of California at Davis
Major: Design Emphasis: Interior Architecture Certification: 4.0 major
1998 A.S. at Sierra College, Calif.
Major: Design Drafting - AutoCAD Specialist, Emphasis: Architectural Certification: 4.0 major
1997 Residential Building Construction Certificate, Sierra Community College, Calif.
1980 Attended Brigham Young University, Utah Major: Business Retailing Minor: Interior Design
1976 A.A. at Diablo Valley Community College, Calif. Major: Business Retailing ('76); Fashion Merchandising ('76); Apparel Design ('74)
EMPLOYMENT
1997 - current Design & Build Assistance, Weimar, California and Middleton, Idaho
2010 - current Macaulay + Architects, Sacramento, California (contract)
2009 - 2019 C. Rowland Engineering, Auburn, California (contract and in-office)
2005 - 2009 Shimotsu Architecture, Sacramento, California
Westridge Builders, Rocklin, California (Dental Offices)
MK Designs, Newcastle, California (Kitchen & Bath Specialist)
ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
Family; Church callings; Designing –Architectural; Gardening; Swimming; Sewing; Quilting
Misc. 4-H All Star & National Winner (member 8 years);
Girl Scout Leader and Room Mother.
Qualifications
Marni Vincent CKBD, CID, Assoc. AIA
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
CID - Certified Interior Designer through the CCIDC, California Council for Interior Design Certification
CDT - Construction Document Technologist through CSI- Construction Specifications Institute
CKBD - Certified Kitchen & Bath Designer within NKBA- National Kitchen & Bath Association
AWARDS & ASSOCIATIONS
Member of Big Sky Chapter NKBA
Past member of Northern California NKBA, CSI, & AIA
2010-2011 CSI Sacramento Schiro Award, Advisor
2009-2010 CSI Sacramento Chapter President
2008-2009 CSI Sacramento Chapter President -elect
2007-2008 CSI Sacramento Chapter Vice-President
2006-2007 CSI Sacramento Chapter Secretary
2006 CSI National Academic Liaison / Student Involvement – Sacramento Chapter Award
2002-2009 CSI Student/Academic Liaison Committee Chairman/Board member
2001-2008 Sierra College Design Drafting Advisory Board
2000–2002 CSI Student/Academic Liaison Committee
2000 UC Davis, Outstanding Service in Design— Environmental Design Program
2000 UC Davis, Outstanding Performance in Design—Environmental Design Program
1999 NKBA local Student Design Competition - Kitchen
1997 Leading Edge Design Competition - Use of Recycled Materials
1997 State Fair Red Ribbon for ‘Other’ Architectural Design - Kitchen
1997 Outstanding Student Award in Design Drafting Department
1997 NKBA local Student Design Competition - Kitchen
1996 Leading Edge Design Competition - Use of Recycled Materials
1996 State Fair Blue ribbon for Architectural Rendering
NAWIC Scholarship Recipient (National and local chapter, 1995, 1996)
WCOE Scholarship Recipient (1995 & 1996)
1995 Outstanding Student Award in Construction Technology Department
CSI Scholarship Recipient (1996)