Our Projects
SEED Engineers have completed a wide range of building projects for various sectors. Please browse through our portfolio to see the work we did, the challenges we faced, and the solutions we provided to meet our client’s requirements.
If you are looking for sustainable and eco-friendly design solutions for your next project, give us a call and one of our team members would be happy to discuss your needs.
Auburn Ambulance Station Fitout
The heritage building of the Auburn Ambulance Station is being trasnformed into a state of the art pub and restaurant. The work for the fitout involved designing energy-efficient and cost-effective mechanical services including VRF air conditioning system, energy-recovery air conditioning system, and kitchen ventilation system. This involved CFD odour modelling to ensure that occupants of adjacent apartment building would experience no odour nuisance outside their balconies. Veritech grease filters and COANDA hoods were used to ensure that no grease or odour (below compliance) is exhausted into the local atmosphere.READ MORE
Nandos – Orion Springfield Central
SEED Engineers is thrilled to embark on the refurbishment of Nando's at Springfield Lakes, a project that combines our deep expertise in mechanical services with our commitment to delivering cost-effective and timely solutions. Our goal is to enhance the dining experience by optimising the restaurant’s layout and ventilation systems, ensuring a seamless integration with the new kitchen equipment.
Seaforth Carpark & Car Lift Ventilation Modelling
SEED Engineers tackled an exceptional ventilation challenge in the Seaforth Carpark & Car Lift Ventilation Modelling project, set within a residential building. This project required the innovative application of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to ensure the safety and compliance of a unique car lift system. Facing a highly unconventional design that uses a car lift to transport vehicles to different parking levels, our team was engaged to provide assurances that carbon monoxide levels within this system would remain within safe limits for human exposure.
Edgecliff Post Office Redevelopment
The Edgecliff Post Office Redevelopment is a medium-sized commercial project where SEED Engineers were engaged to address the mechanical engineering challenges associated with renovating the ground floor of a heritage-listed building. This project required careful planning and innovative solutions to meet the specific constraints of replacing two existing fan coil units (FCUs) and designing ductwork for an open office plan, all while preserving the building's historical integrity and maintaining aesthetic appeal.
Mount Sant Angelo Mercy
SEED Engineers addressed the challenges at Mount Sant Angelo Mercy by creating a functional and efficient cooking teaching area within the school's existing building. The project required the installation of six island cooking benches in a space with limited height and no option for high-level exhaust discharge.
Nobby’s Beach
Discover how SEED Engineers successfully upgraded the HVAC system at Nobby's Venue, overcoming space constraints and high outdoor air infiltration to ensure efficient ventilation and improved indoor environments.
Kitchen Odour Assessment in Surry Hills, Sydney
SEED Engineers took on the refurbishment of the existing kitchen ventilation system at Agnes, a small commercial restaurant. Tasked with addressing inefficiencies in the original system, our team implemented a comprehensive redesign, including the replacement of exhaust fans with higher capacity units and the integration of advanced odour control measures. Through these solutions, Agnes now boasts an optimised and efficient kitchen environment, ensuring superior performance and compliance with industry standards.
Refreshing Agnes
SEED Engineers took on the refurbishment of the existing kitchen ventilation system at Agnes, a small commercial restaurant. Tasked with addressing inefficiencies in the original system, our team implemented a comprehensive redesign, including the replacement of exhaust fans with higher capacity units and the integration of advanced odour control measures. Through these solutions, Agnes now boasts an optimised and efficient kitchen environment, ensuring superior performance and compliance with industry standards.
Short Grain
In the heart of culinary craftsmanship, Short Grain emerged as a testament to innovation. Teaming up with the visionary Michael Tassis, our endeavor was more than just a design project; it was an artful blend of form and function. Challenges of integrating existing systems were met with bespoke solutions, crafting a space where every breath is a harmony of comfort and compliance.
Bass Hill Montessori – 330 Hector St, Bass Hill
Embarking on the journey at 330 Hector St, Bass Hill, we envisioned more than a Childcare Centre. Our quest for excellence led to an HVAC marvel—automated louvres dance in sync with nature, embracing energy efficiency. Witness architectural finesse meeting climate comfort.
Residences – 44-56 Cudgegong Rd, Rouse Hill
We navigated intricate phases of a residential marvel. Overcoming carpark ventilation challenges in later stages, SEED's innovative solutions harmonised seamlessly with prior constructions, ensuring a smooth blend of function and form.
Rich & Rare
Crafting comfort in every corner, SEED Engineers transformed a low-level space. Overcoming HVAC-R hurdles, we designed bespoke solutions for a thriving restaurant, ensuring a blend of ambiance and compliance.
Bird’s Nest
Overcoming challenges, our team redesigned HVAC-R for this vibrant mixed-use space. Innovative CFD modeling ensures compliant, efficient kitchen exhaust, redefining culinary experiences.
Nando’s – Robina
Nando’s Robina: Elevating dining ambiance through meticulous HVAC and kitchen ventilation design. SEED navigated challenges for seamless refurbishment, ensuring code compliance and operational excellence.
Montrachet Bakery
Montrachet Bakery's kitchen breathes seamlessly with an efficient ventilation system. CFD odour modeling ensures compliance, sparing the street from any nuisance, a testament to our precision in design.
Chandler Residence
Crafting comfort and efficiency, the Chandler Residence boasts a unique design, leveraging a central rammed earth wall for natural heating and cooling, ensuring a low-energy haven.
Toowong Tower
Elevating Toowong Tower's functionality, our mechanical refurbishment maximized efficiency and compliance within an occupied live building, ensuring uninterrupted operations.
Stromlo Aquatic Centre
Revolutionising aquatic recreation, Stromlo Aquatic Centre's design marries innovation with beauty. Overcoming budget constraints, we ensured energy efficiency and minimised condensation challenges in this Canberra gem.
Lincoln Square South – Student Accommodation – University of Melbourne
Transforming student living at Lincoln Square South, our complete mechanical design ensures comfort and efficiency. Overcoming coordination challenges, we optimised energy use, enhancing sustainability in this University of Melbourne accommodation.
Moorleigh Community Village – Emergency Warning System
Ensure safety at Moorleigh Community Village with our code-compliant fire detection and emergency warning system. Interface with existing smoke alarms for added security in this Bentleigh East VIC site.
Atrium Thermal Comfort – Proof of Concept 120 Collins St Melbourne
Elevate comfort in 120 Collins St, Melbourne's Atrium. Our CFD thermal modeling ensures optimal HVAC design, overcoming air quality and capacity challenges, guaranteeing a pleasant atmosphere year-round.
King Island Meat Co.
Transform your dining experience at King Island Meat Co. with our advanced kitchen ventilation. Innovatively designed for compliance, it ensures a delightful, odor-free atmosphere.
Hillsong Church Highlands
Enhance worship experiences at Hillsong Church Highlands. Expertly crafted electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic designs ensure seamless integration, striking a harmonious balance of functionality and efficiency.
Grafton Base Hospital – Ambulatory Care Unit
Experience tailored excellence in patient care and safety at Grafton Base Hospital – Ambulatory Care Unit. Our custom solutions in electrical, hydraulic, and fire disciplines exceed industry risk management requirements in this complex three-story facility, ensuring compliance with stringent regulations. Experience tailored excellence in patient care and safety.
Project Neon – Scalzo Foods
Ensure precision in industrial design with Project Neon - Scalso Foods. SEED's in-house QA system guarantees compliance and resource efficiency. Our 6-week peer review streamlined the 35,000 sqm project, ensuring seamless integration of complex services. Addressing challenges, SEED guided the designer, meeting client requirements, and optimising costs for construction and operations.
Mater – Steam and Heating Feasibility Study
Elevate healthcare sustainability with Mater's Steam and Heating Feasibility Study. In collaboration with the Mater team, SEED Engineers navigated complex data and calculations to propose eco-friendly alternatives, aligning with Mater's Sustainability Program.
Autohaus Newstead
Revamp auto retail at Autohaus Newstead. In collaboration with AE Smith, we optimised car park ventilation, ensuring aesthetic harmony in this 6000 sqm automotive haven. Our innovative solutions and negotiations with QFES set new benchmarks in fire safety and ventilation compliance.
El Camino Cantina
Raise comfort at El Camino Cantina. Our rapid design ensured seamless installation of state-of-the-art kitchen ventilation and air conditioning, overcoming challenges for SGB Group in this high-occupancy Bowen Hills restaurant.
163 Abbot Street, Cairns
Enhance thermal efficiency at 163 Abbot St. Our assessment optimised HVAC design for Isothermal Services, ensuring uniform comfort in this 14,500sqm hospitality-residential complex.
Nando’s Festival Towers
SEED was engaged to provide advice about a smoke problem involved with the kitchen exhaust system.
Intercity Fleet Maintenance Facility, Kangy Angy
Enhance comfort in industrial spaces. Our study optimises efficiency with roof ventilators and automated louvres, addressing challenges for Climatech in this 12,000sqm facility.
Palladium Tower
Elevate your residential project with our adept modeling of efficient discharge ventilation at Palladium Tower's eight-storey carpark. Overcoming compliance challenges and ensuring safety amidst carbon monoxide concerns, our engineering excellence secures a sound and environmentally conscious design for this $90 million endeavor.
Bohemia Apartments
Innovating design ensuring efficiency and sustainability for Bohemia Apartments, a 94-unit complex by Somer & Staff. Overcoming challenges of value and spatial coordination, our performance-driven approach optimises air-conditioning and ventilation, minimising ductwork for cost-effective solutions.
King’s Co-op
Elevate hospitality spaces with our mechanical and kitchen ventilation design for an 800 sqm bar and restaurant. Overcoming height challenges, our solution features slimline ducted units, ensuring a seamless blend with exposed ceilings.
Newport Carpark
Revolutionise residential carpark ventilation with a performance-driven design spanning 6500 sqm. Overcoming structural challenges, our collaboration with Fantech employs jet fans and natural techniques for efficient ventilation.
Casa Cibo Restaurant
Embark on a gastronomic journey at Casa Cibo Restaurant, a two-level retail haven curated by RAW Group Hospitality. Mechanical design prowess ensures seamless functionality across 1000 sqm, spotlighting expansive wood-fired pizza ovens.
Magnus Apartments
Uncover innovation in residential living at Magnus Apartments, conquering challenges in value and carpark ventilation. Setting novel standards for safety and efficiency in a 10-story residential masterpiece.
AVEO Durack
Enter the forefront of healthcare and aged living with AVEO Durack. Surmounting challenges of cost-effectiveness and maintenance, this design ensures a robust, sustainable environment across its expansive 5000 sqm.
Chu The Phat Restaurant
Savor culinary excellence at Chu The Phat Restaurant, a 500 sqm masterpiece in collaboration with Aria. Specialising in mechanical design, our engineers guarantee an exquisite dining experience with inventive solutions.
Spice Apartments, Broadbeach
Embark on a journey of residential excellence at Spice Apartments in Broadbeach, a benchmark for safety and operational excellence in a complex featuring 150 apartments, crafted in partnership with AOM.