Sustainability and BASIX Services

At Aspect Z, we are more than architects and builders.  We have been professionally assessing projects across Australia for energy efficiency since 2001. As a nationally accredited building energy efficiency assessor, Paula Zaia has over fifteen years extensive experience in all forms of residential NatHERS and BASIX assessment, providing compliance paths for all types of residential projects - from granny flats and project homes, to high density unit developments, specialised senior housing, dual occupancies and complex architectural projects.

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An active member of the Association of Building Sustainability Assessors, Paula is nationally accredited in BERS Pro Plus software and has an intimate understanding of the building thermal performance regulations including the BASIX SEPP and regulations embedded within the BCA.

As a building sustainability assessor, Paula Zaia has an intimate understanding of the principals of passive design and an extensive knowledge of products, materials and construction methods; effective pathways to compliance are achieved with respect to the individual project design, client’s lifestyle wishes and budget constraints. Her high rate of return clients is testament to her quality service.

In each assessment, we aim to deliver a personal service which not only  meets the compliance requirements of BASIX and the BCA, but which fulfils as much as possible the individual the client’s original design brief.  Working closely with the architect or building designer, we are able to generate a range of compliance paths that best suit the project budget, the aesthetic of the design and the lifestyle of the client.

Our sustainability services include:

  • NatHERS House Energy Rating Assessments for single dwellings
  • NatHERS House Energy Rating Assessments for dual occupancy and Class 1 multi dwelling projects
  • NatHERS House Energy Rating Assessments for Class 2 residential projects
  • NSW BASIX SEPP Certification for new residential projects
  • NSW BASIX SEPP Certification for alterations and additions works
  • NSW BASIX SEPP Certification for swimming pool additions
  • Sustainability consultancy services for home thermal comfort and energy savings
  • BCA Energy Efficiency Compliance Reports

Reduced assessment rates are available for clients with high volumes of work.

What is BASIX?

BASIX – the Building And Sustainability Index –  is a NSW state planning policy,  which has been governing sustainability issues for new residential projects, new pool installations and alterations and additions to existing residences since 2005.

BASIX – the Building And Sustainability Index –  is a NSW state planning policy,  which has been governing sustainability issues for new residential projects, new pool installations and alterations and additions to existing residences since 2005.

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Image credit: NSW Government, www.basix.nsw.gov.au

Each residential project requires a BASIX certificate to prove that the works will not adversely affect the environment, by ensuring a number of water and energy savings systems are included in the development.  The dwelling design itself also needs to demonstrate that it will be comfortable for the inhabitants without a reliance upon costly space heaters and air conditioning.

A well conducted BASIX assessment can save you thousands of dollars during the building process, as well as delivering ongoing savings across the life of a home.  By using an experienced assessor, instead of taking a chance with DIY paths, you are more able to develop sustainability options that complement your home, instead of inhibiting it.

Contact our office to discuss your sustainability assessment needs today.