Marnique Heath is a Principal and Chair of the Board of Directors of STUDIOS Architecture, an international design firm specializing in workplace, civic and institutional, and mixed-use projects. At STUDIOS, she oversees an innovative design practice with a diverse client base, including the District and Federal government, educational and cultural institutions, non-profit organizations, and many private corporations.
She is highly valued for her efforts to lead the firm into a new generation of industry practice where diverse interests and backgrounds must be valued and represented to create inclusive places and communities. She also reinforces climate justice as essential for creating equitable communities. Through civic engagement, Marnique leads with a focus on the greater common good. She chairs the District of Columbia Historic Preservation Review Board at the appointment of Mayor Muriel Bowser, and she previously chaired the District of Columbia Board of Zoning Adjustment.
She is known for her ability to merge divergent groups and interests to create an outcome where all stakeholders’ voices are evident. She amplifies the history of marginalized communities by creating new historic districts and landmarks, including the Kingman Park Historic District and the Barry Farms District. Marnique is a member of the American Institute of Architects’ College of Fellows, recognition achieved by only 3% of members of the AIA for significant contribution to the profession and society.
Outside of professional and service work, Marnique enjoys spending time with her husband, Kenyattah Robinson, and sons, Markus and Kaleb, and traveling whenever possible.