Energy ratings and ESD consulting made simple
BrightArch Consultancy delivers practical, sustainable design solutions for the built environment. We help architects, builders, developers, and homeowners design energy-efficient, sustainable buildings that meet Australian standards.
We combine engineering expertise with practical ESD solutions to deliver compliant, comfortable, and future-ready designs.
your design, our priority
At BrightArch Consultancy, we believe that every project starts with a vision — and protecting that vision is our highest priority. Your design is the foundation of the entire process, and we see our role as helping it succeed, not changing it to suit our own preferences.
We provide practical, honest advice to strengthen your design where it’s needed — whether that’s for energy efficiency, council requirements, or long-term comfort and performance. Our goal is to guide you through compliance without ever compromising the intent of your work.
How we work with your design:
Respect – We honour the design intent and only suggest changes when they genuinely improve outcomes.
Collaboration – We work as part of your team, alongside architects, engineers, and developers.
Efficiency – We focus on reducing risks, avoiding delays, and streamlining approvals.
Clarity – We explain requirements in plain language, so you can make informed decisions at every stage.
When you work with BrightArch, you can be confident that your design remains central — while our expertise ensures it gets approved smoothly and delivered on time.
Our Services at a glance
From town planning through to building permits
Early-stage input for smoother approvals. We prepare SDA/SMP reports, BESS assessments, WSUD strategies, and daylight studies to meet council planning requirements.
Planning Support
Design Phase
Compliance and optimisation during design. Section J assessments, façade performance reviews, and sustainability advice to align with NCC standards.
Residential Energy Ratings
NatHERS energy assessments and HERO certification for homes, townhouses, and apartments. Clear, certified reports ready for surveyors.
Building Permits
Certified ESD reports and stamped drawings to finalise compliance for permit submission — giving you confidence your project is ready to build.
Stay up to date with ESD regulations and energy requirements
Building regulations and sustainability requirements are always evolving. At BrightArch Consultancy, we keep track of the latest changes so you don’t have to.
Here are some of the most important references for architects, builders, and developers working in Victoria:
National Construction Code Editions
The Code sets the minimum required standards for building design and construction across Australia.
Minimum ratings for new homes.
NatHERS 7-Star Standard
Victorian Better Apartments Design Standards (BADS)
Stricter cooling load limits and design requirements for apartments.
At BrightArch Consultancy, sustainability isn’t just a requirement — it’s our passion. We provide clear, reliable advice on energy efficiency and environmentally sustainable design (ESD), helping projects across Victoria meet compliance while protecting design intent.
