MARK CASHMAN
PRINCIPAL
Mark is a multi-award winning architect with a solid reputation for driving many outstanding creative projects in Australia and overseas. As the company’s co-founder he is the proud custodian of our collaborative, site-specific approach, and his eye for detail and creative-thinking contributes strongly to our work. Influenced by his love of simple, sculptural spaces, Mark worked with Phillip Cox, Burley Katon Halliday, and Graham Jahn (Sydney) and with Trevor Horne and CFMT (London). He holds a Bachelor of Architecture with Honours (UTS) and graduated with the University Medal and Board of Architects Prize.
STEVE KOOLLOOS
PRINCIPAL
Steve became a partner of MCK in 2004 after returning to the fold following time working and travelling overseas including a stint at the American School of Classical Studies at the Ancient Agora in Greece. A natural problem solver, and an architect of strong vision and capability, Steve is a key force in ensuring our conceptual work is realised with flawless structural integrity and finish. Known for his tenacious spirit and determination, Steve has helped many clients achieve the project of their dreams through his ability to articulate and deliver something truly special. Steve holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Newcastle University (First-class Honours.)
ROWENA MARSH
PRINCIPAL
One of the co-founders of MCK and our Director of Interiors, Rowena is an artistic and multi-talented leader who is instrumental in overseeing the immaculate finish our projects are renowned for. Inspired by unconventional and contrasting textures and finishes, Rowena shares her solid and artistic skill-set by directing interiors, conceptualising design finishes and bringing immaculate detail to our clients projects. Rowena graduated from the University of Sydney in 1994 with a Bachelor of Architecture (Honours 1) and the Sir John Sulman Medal for Design. She has worked with James Grose, Graham Jahn, Daffodil, Danny Venlet, Engelen Moore and Richard Goodwin in Sydney and for Pierre D’Avoice, Trevor Horne, CFMT, Zoka Skorup and Phaidon Press in the UK.
DAVID PARSONS
PRACTICE MANAGER
David first joined MCK in 2006. With a background in residential architecture, he bought with him experience gained while working for The Superstudio, Architect Prineas and Carterwilliamson. While working for MCK over the following three years, David completed his Bachelor of Architecture at the University of Sydney in 2007. David’s interests in construction were kindled during his time at MCK, and he subsequently completed his Masters in Construction Project Management at the University of NSW in 2011. Concurrently gaining experience as a Project Manager for Artechne, David helped manage the construction of three of MCK’s houses. David returned to MCK in 2012 in the role of Practice Manager.
DOMINIC LEVENE
ARCHITECT
Dominic joined MCK in 2006 bringing his brilliant design and development skills and much valued detail-focused nature. A graduate of Bachelor of Design in Architecture (highest honours) from the University of Florida, Dominic worked at WASA in New York City (2002-3) developing educational facilities, before moving to Sydney to work with Harry Seidler and Associates where he was involved in a range of national and international residential and multi-use projects. Returning to the United States at the end of 2004 to gain a Master of Architecture from the University of Texas (2006), Dominic worked with Utopus Design and Architecture of New York and London before returning to Australia.
NATALIE BRCAR
ARCHITECT
Natalie joined MCK in 2006 bringing with her an enthusiastic and loyal attitude, as well as a gift for organisation (which we love). A graduate from UTS in 2005 with a Bachelor of Architecture (Honours 1), Natalie worked as a student architect for Tzannes Associates, gaining experience on a broad range of residential projects and competition tenders including the master plan for the former Carlton United Brewery site (Sydney). Natalie has travelled extensively throughout Europe, the USA and Mexico.
JACOB SMEKE LEVY
ARCHITECT
Joining MCK in 2007, Jacob contributes a wealth of international experience to the team as well as great passion for research, architecture and superb language skills. A graduate from the University of Sydney (2006) with a Bachelor of Architecture (First Class Honours) and the Ethal M. Chettle Prize, Jacob also spent time studying at Universidad Anahuac, Mexico City and gained valuable work experience with the leading Mexican firm, Ideurban. In 2006 Jacob set up a private practice and travelled to Israel, Europe and Thailand before joining our team.
SAM GLEESON
ARCHITECT
Sam is MCK’s resident digital graphics and digital design guru. He is a tremendous lover of modern technology and has highly developed skills in creative visualisation. Sam graduated with a Masters in Architecture from UTS in 2008. He has worked on luxury residential projects in Sydney and Noosa, as well as larger-scale residential projects and schools in Dubai. In Sydney he worked for Baker Kavanagh, Studio GA Architects and CLFL Architects in the role of Architectural Assistant and Graduate Architect before joining MCK in 2010. Sam has travelled extensively and is a bright and positive member of the MCK team.
KATRIN FOEHRENBACH
ARCHITECT
Katrin joined MCK in 2004. Since then she has been intrinsically involved as both assistant and as a senior architect in a number of award-winning houses. Her style is beautifully detailed with a close attention to precision and finish. Katrin graduated from the University of Stuttgart, Germany in 2006. She travelled in New Zealand and Australia before gaining experience on large scale commercial projects with Architectus, Sydney, and on a large scale competition with Bates Smart, Sydney.
Ben Nemeny
ARCHITECT
Ben joined MCK in 2011 and has already shown he is an enthusiastic and valuable team member with a positive outlook. After graduating from a Masters in Architecture from the University of Sydney in 2009, Ben started his own architectural design practice, specialising in detail design, project management and construction. After receiving his Bachelor of Design (Architecture) in 2007, Ben worked in Berlin for HSH Architects gaining experience and a passion for European design before travelling through Europe and the USA.