Find A Sustainable Building Professional For Your Next Job

Maxa Design, founded by Sven Maxa in 2004, creates award-winning sustainable homes that are built to last, delivered on time and on budget. With over two dozen industry awards, including two ‘Design of the Year’ wins, the studio shows that high-performance, energy-efficient homes can also be beautiful.

Specialising in eco-conscious design, Maxa Design balances creativity with practicality, ensuring every project is tailored to the client’s brief and site. The studio pioneered Australia’s first 10-star rated relocatable home, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Sven is actively involved in the building design community, regularly presenting to professionals and advocating for eco home design to the broader public. Sven is a Registered Building Practitioner in every state of Australia, and is a Certified Passivhaus (Passive House) Designer. 

Oranik Consulting Engineers is a climate-conscious structural and civil engineering consultancy delivering high-performance, low-carbon buildings designed to last. We take a holistic, science-led approach, integrating structure, constructability and environmental performance from the earliest design stages.

With over 250 Passivhaus and high-performance projects delivered across Australia including prefabricated and panelised buildings we bring proven experience in practical, buildable solutions that perform in the real world.

We adopt a timber-first approach as a core design principle, prioritising lightweight timber systems and other low-carbon structural solutions wherever appropriate. This is supported by a willingness to embrace new sustainable materials and emerging systems in the market, combined with efficient material use, careful structural optimisation and close coordination with the project team, all aligned with Passivhaus performance requirements.

Oranik also contributes to product and system innovation through prefabricated and panelised structural solutions that support faster construction, higher quality outcomes and reduced environmental impact.

A Melbourne-based architecture practice specialising in environmentally sustainable design, delivering bespoke residential and community projects. With a strong focus on passive solar principles, material responsibility, and collaborative design processes, the practice creates high-performing, design-led buildings tailored to client needs and site conditions.

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At Gillian Manning – Architecture

We want to be part of your story to design and build your dream…

…House  …Extension  ...Retrofit

We advocate for building small, beautiful and smart.

Thoughtful spaces, considered material choices and high performance construction .

We understand that design and construction is a collaborative process.

We are keen to bring our expertise to your team.

www.gillianmanning.com.au

Snake and Ladders Projects is a Melbourne-based residential building company specialising in architecturally designed homes and high-quality renovations, with foundations in regional Gippsland.

The business is driven by a commitment to building better—delivering homes that prioritise performance, durability, and long-term value alongside refined craftsmanship. Each project is approached with a strong focus on construction integrity, attention to detail, and disciplined execution.

Snake and Ladders works collaboratively with clients, architects and consultants to ensure that design intent is realised through precise construction outcomes. Clear communication, structured project management, and accountability at every stage underpin their delivery model.

With an emphasis on continual improvement, the company actively engages with evolving building practices, materials and technologies to enhance performance and efficiency. Their approach aligns with the industry shift toward higher-performing homes—supporting improved thermal comfort, energy efficiency, and build quality.

At its core, Snake and Ladders operates on a simple principle: do the right thing. This commitment informs every decision, from construction methodology to client relationships, ensuring projects are delivered with integrity, transparency, and consistency.

Emerald Building Services is a Mornington Peninsula based custom builder specialising in renovations, extensions, high performance homes, and Passive House construction.

We build homes that are healthier, more comfortable, and designed to perform for the long term. Our focus is creating spaces that are warm in winter, cool in summer, energy efficient, and built to last, while reducing running costs and improving everyday liveability for our clients.

With over 15 years of industry experience, Director Tim Greenham leads every project with a practical, hands on approach and a strong focus on quality, transparency, and collaboration. We work closely with homeowners, designers, consultants, and trades from the early planning stages through to completion, helping clients make informed decisions and avoid costly surprises during construction.

Our expertise includes Passive House and high performance building principles such as airtight construction, high performance insulation, quality window systems, moisture management, and thoughtful material selection to create durable, low maintenance homes that support health and wellbeing.

Whether it is a complex renovation, a major extension, or a custom new build, we believe every project should deliver more than just extra space. It should improve the way you live.

At Emerald Building Services, we are committed to building homes for the future with better comfort, better performance, and better outcomes for families.

Your Future. Built Better.

Oranik is specialising in structural and civil engineering services across both residential and commercial sectors. Since our establishment in 2017, we have built a reputation for delivering quality projects by combining technical expertise with genuine collaboration and a passion for sustainable, future-ready design. Our success is guided by four key principles: Knowledge – We bring deep structural expertise and broad construction insight to identify opportunities for smarter, more efficient, and cost-effective solutions. Collaboration – Every project is unique. We work closely with architects, builders, and consultants to ensure all client needs are understood and addressed. Approach – We see ourselves as part of the project team, offering strong support through design, development, and construction.

Relationships – The trust of our returning clients reflects the strong partnerships we’ve built over the years.

For more about us and our services, please visit our website.

https://www.oranik.com.au/