ENERGY ASSESSMENTS
DESIGNING ASSESSMENTS TO YOUR FORMULA
measure up In times where a building’s thermal performance is critical, Neo Building Design enables your design to be assessed for thermal performance accurately and efficiently to comply with the BCA and relevant codes for your residential buildings and additions. We’ll ensure that you’ll meet the minimum 6 out of 10 star rating requirement whilst also offering our design advice for higher energy conservation and rating.
we ‘ll provide We consider you time, budget and expectations on quality. That’s why we maintain our philosophy of stress-free design through our easy-toread reports on fast turnaround. Your plans or our own, we’ll provide you with your required accreditation to meet energy efficiency standards. • • • •
A star rating meeting BCA Compliance Certificate of Compliance under the Building Act 1975 Assessor Certificate Assessment Specification
unlimited options Need more than a standard report? Sit down with us and we’ll show you how different options can impact on your building’s thermal performance. Ideal for custom homes or if you want a higher than standard rating. See how individual rooms or factors like window placement and insulation can improve or diminish your total rating. With these variable changes, you can influence the energy efficiency of the building.
Great team, great service, great designs. Neo has helped us achieve recognition as a top builder in the area we choose to work as our latest award reflects. KAHA HOMES WINNER for ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROJECT OF THE YEAR HIA-CSR QUEENSLAND HOUSING AWARD 2010
WHERE TO START
standard assessment lowset $150 2 storey $250
Requesting an assessment is fast and simple; email us with your plans and we will quote you for a detailed report to your requirements. If you can, include the following information to allow for accurate assessments. Don’t worry if you’re unsure about any of it; we can guide and support you!
ORIENTATION The relationship of the building to True North: Site Plan
OVERSHADOWING Details of nearby adjacent buildings and fences
ZONES Room classifications to identify their use
CONSTRUCTION Plans with dimensions and/or scalable
MATERIALS Insulation type & R values Colour of external walls & roof
WINDOWS & DOORS Frame type & materials Window Style Glazing type SHGC & U values Screens
BUILDING SEALING Seals to windows and doors Exhaust fans & fireplaces Rooflights & skylights Vented downlights Wall & ceiling vents Roof & subfloor ventilation
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BDA
building designers’ association of queensland inc.
Eco-Design Smart Building Designer Sustainable Housing Design Professional
NEO BUILDING DESIGN PTY LTD Level 1/46 Queensland Road, Darra, Queensland 4076 T [07] 3375 5441 F [07] 3375 5443 E energy@neobuildingdesign.com.au