[weave sustainability into your next project]

Build all-weather spaces

Healthy and comfortable. Come rain or shine, heat or cold. Makao provides you with ESD and sustainable design services from design to occupancy.

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We've worked with pretty great people at some awesome companies. here are some of them:

[about you]

Is Makao right for me?

If you are a small to mid-size design studio, town planning firm, or you work in a small team within a large company, then Makao is ideal for you.

Alternatively, you are a property owner or development manager wearing many hats throughout the project cycle.
You might be in the concept or town planning stage. You might be looking for input before seeking a building permit. You are either curious or actively looking for ways to bring sustainability into an upcoming project.
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We craft our services for small teams just like us.
Contact us today if this sounds like you.

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Developers & Owners

Hit your sustainability targets and raise asset values—without blowing budgets or timelines

Builders

Get practical solutions that actually work on-site without creating costly delays or compliance headache

Planners

Secure your approvals smoothly—balance policy expectations with environmental requirements

Architects & Engineers

Integrate ESD and sustainable systems without compromising design vision or project feasibility

[Design for comfort, build to last]

Whether you're part of a design team, global company, a hardworking contractor, or just a handful of friends that want to build healthy and comfortable homes or spaces—we'd be delighted to work with you.

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“I found the Makao Group to be very professional, prompt and Kelvin knew exactly how we needed to move forward with our supermarket renovation. Slick easy digital engagement that made it easy to engage them. Highly recommended.”

Gavin Morley

managing director

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building performance

[advance what's possible]

Deliver low-emissions buildings & infrastructure.

The cost of rework, non-compliance, or missed incentives is too high. We help you get it right — the first time.

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Buildings: Get early stage design feedback. Predict your building's performance (energy, water, and waste). Meet or exceed building code and regulatory requirements. Make confident design decisions.

Cities: Designing a precinct? Weave sustainability into the heart of your project. Futureproof your master plan community by introducing a risk and resilience lens. Shape your precinct's future today.

Orgnanisations: Turn your climate pledges into pathways. Build a CO2 baseline and reduction roadmaps. Partner with Makao to craft and implement a sustainability program that complements your near and long term goals.

[protect what matters]

You want to create healthy, sustainable spaces. We want to work alongside you.

Where we live

Makao works alongside design teams to help create sustainable and liveable communities through smart, healthy, and comfortable residential design.

Where we play

Makao consults recreational, sports, tourism and community facilities on holistically embedding environmental responsibility into the visitor experience.

Where we move

Makao enables clean, smooth transportation operations by advising transport hubs and fleets on efficiency, emissions reductions and energy optimisation.

Where we work

Makao helps offices and institutions improve resource efficiency, wellness and resilience through leading-edge sustainable building practices and solutions.

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[YOU'LL ENJOY WORKING WITH US]

If you prefer —

Get the services large companies use. Clients engage us to help them figure out what's easy, what's hard, what's possible. And, most important, what brings the biggest impact. You get the full weight of our experience on your side. Always.

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You want easy communication channels. That's exactly what we provide. Get individual support for any questions you might have. Project brief, energy efficiency, Section J modelling, WSUD analysis. You name it. One conversation.

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You'll be amazed at how easy it is to work with us. Send us a message—tell us about your project, timeline, and goals. Receive and approve the proposal. Sit back as we drive the project forward. No surprises.

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You value established relationships. So do we. Which means we invest in forming, and nurturing, long-term relationships. All built on a mix of great service and results.

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Featured work

From public buildings and commercial developments to community buildings and residential homes, we've done it all. Our services are designed for projects of any size, sector and type.

[day 1 value]

Build your vision.
Borrow our experience.

Makao meets you where you are. We offer a range of services, from the planning stage to post-construction facility management. You can count on the utmost professionalism in all that we do. Expect the expected.

HERE'S HOW WE CAN HELP

[Full service esd management]

What will you build next?

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[our thinking, your toolkit]

Resources & Information

We’ve gathered insights, practical tools and essential knowledge to make your sustainability journey a little easier. Whether you’re just getting started or deep in the detail, there’s something here for you. Dive in.

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A newsletter covering the dominant forces shaping the sustainability and AEC sectors. Get the analysis that matters.

get the insights

Catch up quick with Makao's journey, project highlights, and latest announcements on our blog.

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Listen

Hear from leading industry experts on topics ranging from modular builds to how to avoid water damage risks.

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Small. Mighty. Ready to go.

Makao is not a global giant, no 10,000+ staff. And that’s our strength. We're a tight-knit team of engineers with deep expertise in building science and sustainability.

No bloated overheads. No layers of red tape.

Just experienced people, doing meaningful work, with skill and heart. We've helped clients navigate regulatory and aspirational targets. Worked on complex, but intriguing designs.

And we’ve done it across Australia—from Victoria and New South Wales, to Queensland and WA, South Australia to Tasmania. Because we work fully remotely, we’re flexible, responsive, and able to support projects wherever they are. If it’s got to do with sustainability, we’re ready to jump in.

We are Makao Group Pty Ltd, an Australian-registered firm specialising in ESD engineering, sustainability, and energy performance modelling. The content on this site is shared to give you useful insights and information, but it shouldn’t be taken as tailored professional advice. Every project is unique, so always seek specific guidance before making decisions. We work hard to keep our information accurate and up to date, but we can’t guarantee that everything will be perfect or suitable for every situation. Makao isn’t responsible for any loss or outcomes that come from relying solely on what’s here.

Build all-weather spaces

From public buildings and commercial developments to community buildings and residential homes, we've done it all.﻿ Our services are designed for projects of any size, sector and type.

Small. Mighty. Ready to go.

From public buildings and commercial developments to community buildings and residential homes, we've done it all. Our services are designed for projects of any size, sector and type.