[choose makao]

Make sustainability part of your story.

You’re here because sustainability now shows up in every scope, spec, or stakeholder meeting. We help you make sense of it — and move forward with confidence. Call us when you need an experienced team to deliver something great. Every. Single. Time.

how we work

Trusted by companies
big and small

[answer the big questions]

Partner with Makao to solve your most complex sustainable design challenges.

Building Performance

How does heat, air, and moisture affect your building?

Water Design

How does rainwater from your site impact nearby rivers or waterways?

Waste Management

How can your project reduce construction and day-to-day waste?

Adaptation & Resilience

How resilient will your project be in tomorrow's climate?

[better buildings]

Life is too short for low-performance buildings.

Our cities and urban centres are changing fast—in both size and speed. And achieving sustainable solutions in our urban environment is a growing challenge. Parallel to this, we're increasingly aware of our impact on our surroundings and scarcity of resources.
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To help you navigate the complexity of creating sustainable developments, Makao provides a wide range of services. We want to make this simple as you focus on shaping our built environment.

solar
potential

water sensitive
urban design

building performance

climate
resilience

waste
management

indoor
comfort

[in their words]

“Working with Kelvin and his team was a great experience. They're professional and have great communication. Highly recommend!”

Todd Heuer

Drafting Manager

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

Gavin Morley

director

“Working with Kelvin is easy & smooth, he always gets the job done and is available for any questions I might have. Would highly recommend to anyone needing his services!”

Ayden Frigerio

founder & ceo

[Got questions?]

Frequently Asked Questions

We know every project and organisation is different, so you might be wondering how Makao fits with your goals. If you don’t see your question here, we’d love to hear from you directly.

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What industries does Makao specialise in?

We partner with you across the built environment — education, industrial, residential, retail (large and small format retail), community and religious buildings, precincts, and infrastructure.

If you’re an organisation looking to strengthen your sustainability strategy at a company or portfolio level, we can support you there too.

Can you help us meet regulatory or sustainability targets?

Yes. We help you navigate complex standards like building codes, NatHERS, LEED, Green Star, and NABERS. And we don’t stop at compliance — we work with you to set and deliver on ambitious goals such as energy efficiency, electrification, and net zero.

How is your approach different from traditional consulting firms?

We bring rigorous technical modelling together with a practical, collaborative style. Instead of just handing you a report, we involve you in the process so sustainability becomes part of how your project is designed, approved, and delivered. And because we value trust, we’re always happy to connect you with existing clients who can share their experience of working with us.

Do you offer technical implementation or just strategy?

Both. We can help you in the early stages with concept design and policy development, and we also get hands-on with detailed energy modelling, technical reports, and approvals.

Put simply, we meet you where you are — whether you need consulting only, consulting plus strategy, or full strategy and implementation (including procurement).

Are your solutions scalable?

Absolutely. Whether you’re delivering one high-performance building or rolling out a multi-city program, our methods scale with you. We adapt to your context while still aligning with leading global benchmarks.

How do we start working with Makao?

It usually begins with a discovery email or call where we get to know you and your goals. We’ll clarify your sustainability objectives and outline the pathways we can support you with. From there, we provide you with a tailored scope and next steps.

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.