Estate Living November 2016 Digital Issue | Page 58

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
John McKenzie established the practice of John
McKenzie Architecture in 2006, and focused
predominantly on the residential market, striving
to create unique and exclusive designs that
achieve a harmonious union between client, site
and environment. Over the years the practice has
broadened the scope of the projects it undertakes
to include motor dealerships, high-density living
and retirement villages, in order to achieve a more
diverse exposure in the industry. John also serves
as the architectural consultant for the upmarket
Saddlebrook Estate in Kyalami, Johannesburg
Prior to establishing his own practice, John
gained a wealth of experience in the fields of
residential, commercial, hospitality and industrial
architecture, working for various renowned
architects on projects as diverse as the smallest
of house alterations to multimillion-dollar hotel
resorts in Dubai.
John is constantly exploring energy efficiency in
design. With the increasing burdens on our natural
resources, national grid and water supply, there
is a definite need for a stronger focus on energyefficient architecture. The more awareness there
is of this need, the more accessible and affordable
these technologies will become.
John McKenzie Architecture provides a full
architectural service from design conception
to project administration, with selected service
agreements available, tailored to suit each client’s
requirements.
Designing with passion, innovation and value.
jmarchitecture.co.za