About Us

SUHO is a leading Australian, family-owned consultancy specialising in Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) services for the residential and commercial building sectors. With over 25 years of experience, founder and principal Jim Woolcock leads a passionate and skilled team committed to shaping a more sustainable built environment across the country.

Formerly known as Sustainability House, SUHO has delivered sustainability outcomes on over 60,000 projects for more than 2,000 clients. Our team of Green Star Accredited Professionals, Thermal Performance Assessors, and sustainable construction detailing experts bring deep industry knowledge and a multidisciplinary approach to every project.

We offer tailored ESD solutions from early planning through to post-construction. Our services include support for SDAPP, BESS, SMP, WMP and NCC compliance, as well as detailed guidance across key rating tools like Green Star – including Buildings, Design & As Built, Performance, and Communities. We also provide building fabric consulting and strategies to help projects target Net Zero performance.

Whether you're a developer seeking planning approval, an architect integrating passive design principles, or a builder looking to exceed NCC standards, SUHO can support your goals. We’re proud to be multi-award-winning designers of South Australia’s first 8 and 10 Star Homes, showcasing the real-world potential of sustainable design excellence.

Our diverse team includes professionals from backgrounds in architecture, construction, engineering, science, and environmental policy, all united by a common goal: to help clients find the perfect balance between commercial value and environmental responsibility.

Discover more about our projects and services at suho.com.au or explore our 10 Star Home at suho.com.au/10-star-home. Join the growing number of clients choosing SUHO to design a better future.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Green Star Accredited Professionals (GSAP)

Energy Efficiency, Sustainability & Sustainable Design

Architecture & Architectural Science

BESS

AFFILIATES:

BESS 

Green Building Council of Australia

Design Matters National

Sustainable Builders Alliance

U.S. Green Building Council

WELL Building Institute

PrefabAUS

NABERS

Architects Declare Australia