Who We are – Roberts Boche Associates

We’re an architecture and interior design firm located in the heart of downtown Benicia, a charming town in the San Francisco Bay Area. Within our bright and open office you’ll find piles of samples and finish materials, bulletin boards overflowing with ideas and inspiration, an abundant supply of coffee, and a team whose enthusiasm and creativity bring the office to life.

We value original thought, creative problem solving, and the drive to do things right.

Our goal is to make our clients as happy to come to work every day as we are, by creating spaces that have meaning. We’re passionate about what we do, and we do it well.

Paul Roberts

Paul Roberts, AIA

PRINCIPAL

Paul Roberts is a California Licensed Architect, and one of the founding principles of RBA. From a young age Paul was inspired by watching houses being built, starting with the raw framing of a building and watching the transformation that occurs throughout the construction process. Paul’s career path solidified when he took a drafting class in high school, and he went on to earn his Bachelor of Architecture degree with distinction from California College of the Arts in San Francisco. At RBA, Paul is known for his strategic planning skills, extensive code knowledge, and his loud laugh that carries through the office. When he’s not at work, Paul enjoys playing the drums – especially when he has the opportunity to play in a group, and spending time with his family and his pets.

California Licensed Architect – License #C-35636

AIA American Institute of Architects – Professional Member

Joanne Boché

Joanne Boché, IIDA, CID, LEED Green Associate

PRINCIPAL

Joanne Boché is a certified Interior Designer, and one of the founding principles of RBA. Joanne always had an innate interest in design. However, an unexpected opportunity leading her to participate in an Architecture and Interior Design study abroad program in London set her on the path to pursue a career in interior design. Joanne went on to earn degrees in both Business and Marketing, and graduated with honors from San Francisco State University with her Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design. At RBA, Joanne is known for her meticulous attention to detail, long standing relationships with clients, and stylish fashion sense. When she’s not at work, Joanne enjoys trying out new restaurants (placing equal emphasis on good design and good food), wine tasting in Napa and Sonoma, hiking, and traveling.

NCIDQ The National Council for Interior Design Qualification – Certificate #016564

CCIDC California Council for Interior Design Certification – Certificate #6770

USGBC United States Green Building Council – LEED Green Associate

IIDA International Interior Design Association – Professional Member

Kim Green

JUNIOR PROJECT DESIGNER

Kim’s passion for interior design and architecture was influenced by walking jobsites with her stepfather, who is a contractor, and her mom’s love for fashion and DIY projects. She was also influenced by her passion for art, which she inherited from both her dad and her grandma. Kim went on to earn her Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Interior Architecture from California State University Chico. Around the office, she is known for her outgoing personality and her propensity to ask lots of great questions! When Kim’s not at work she enjoys cooking healthy, meatless recipes, dancing, roller blading, adventuring, and trying new things.

Erin Wardle

JUNIOR PROJECT DESIGNER

Erin’s interest in interior design and architecture started in middle school when she developed a hobby of drawing her favorite houses on Zillow & Trulia. She graduated from Sacramento State University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Interior Architecture. Around the office Erin is known for her eagerness to learn and grow, as well as her love of getting lost in a drafting project. Outside of work Erin still enjoys drawing, as well spending time outdoors going on hikes or visiting local farmer’s markets.

Hong Zhang

PROJECT COORDINATOR / JUNIOR PROJECT DESIGNER

From a young age, Hong has always taken an interest in the spaces that surrounded him, particularly the different materials used to achieve unique aesthetics. He graduated from California State University Chico, earning his BFA in Interior Architecture. At work Hong is known for his can-do attitude and his family-oriented values. Outside of the office Hong enjoys building plastic models and watching a good sci-fi or biographical movie.

Sydney Riley

Sydney Riley, LEED Green Associate

MARKETING & OPERATIONS MANAGER

Sydney earned her BA in Communication Studies from CSU Stanislaus and joined our team after completing an internship with the Disney College Program. At work, Sydney is known as our Marketing & Operations Manager, as well as self-designated “Social Director”. Never one to miss a party, she keeps the team in the loop about upcoming industry events and all things social. Outside of work Sydney enjoys going to concerts and music festivals, reading a good sci-fi or fantasy book, and working on DIY and home improvement projects with her husband.

Taylor Quilling

JUNIOR PROJECT DESIGNER

Taylor has always taken notice of the architectural and interior elements of the spaces that surround her, leading her to pursue a career in interior design with the dream of designing her own home in the future. Taylor graduated from California State University Chico, earning her BFA in interior design. At work Taylor is known for her friendly smile and her fondness of PB&J sandwiches. Outside of work Taylor enjoys playing golf, taking trips to the beach, and finding inspiration for her new craft projects on Pinterest.

Charlie

OFFICE DOG

Charlie is the Official Lunch Inspector, Chief Morale Officer, Door Greeter, and RBA’s Best Friend. She’s currently in training with hopes of working her way up to full time employment.