Unlimited support from someone who actually knows how this works.
Buildingscience Design Support
Subscription Package
Why you need real-time building science advice
(not a consultant who pops in at the end)
Design teams don’t need more red flags – they need solutions
We’ve all had that moment: you submit for consent and then a reviewer flags something no one caught earlier. Now you’re scrambling to change the insulation, or redraw a junction, or worse – justify a detail that doesn’t actually work.
Our job is to stop that from happening in the first place.
Building performance isn’t “nice to have” anymore
If you’re still treating H1/VM1, ventilation design, or thermal bridging as “extras,” you’re going to get left behind. Council reviewers, smart clients, and developers are expecting high performance. It’s no longer enough to guess.
You could Google it… or just ask us and get on with your job
Yes, you could spend your afternoon trying to figure out if an Intello layer belongs on the warm side or cold side. Or you could flick it to us and move on with your actual job. We give plain answers, fast.
What’s included in the Tier 1 subscription
Unlimited design feedback – with fair use (not abuse)
As many design reviews as you need for your active projects. Plans, sections, junctions, detail sketches – we look at it all. You send it, we mark it up or reply with what needs fixing.
Fast, blunt, helpful answers from someone who's seen it all
This isn’t our first rodeo. We’ve reviewed hundreds of projects across NZ and Australia. We know what works, what fails, and where to spend your time.
Advice across:
Energy modelling (H1/VM1, early PHPP feasibility)
Airtightness strategy (including blower door test boundaries)
Moisture control and vapour layers
Thermal bridge avoidance
Ventilation sizing and system selection
Custom templates, detail sketches, and calls – no fluff, just the good stuff
We’ll give you starter templates, example details, and actual recommendations based on your project. Plus two live calls per month to talk things through with your team.
Who this is for
(and who it’s not)
Architects, designers, and builders who want practical, honest advice
You like building things that actually work. You care about performance, durability, and your reputation. You want to learn, improve, and deliver.
If you’re just after a rubber stamp, this isn’t for you
We’re not in the business of fake compliance. If your insulation spec is garbage or your airtightness layer disappears behind a bulkhead, we’ll say so. Kindly, but clearly.
If you like endless reports and waffle, we’ll drive you nuts
We keep it simple, sharp, and human. No 90-page energy reports to make you feel smart. Just useful information you can actually build with.
What “unlimited” actually means
Here’s how it works for solo practices, studios, and larger firms
Company Size Active Projects Monthly Fee (NZD)
Solo 1–2 $1,850
Mid-Size Studio 3–4 $2,200
Larger Firms 5+ $3,500
This is based on fair use. We’re fast, but not clairvoyant.
One email thread per project, or we’ll lose our minds
Keep communication tidy and we’ll return the favour. We want to help – not play detective through 47 email chains.
Feedback within 2–3 working days (not “next month if you’re lucky”)
We prioritise speed and clarity. You send us drawings Monday? You’ll likely hear back by Wednesday.
What you won’t get (because clarity is kind) and
Why it’s worth it (and how it saves you money)
We won’t design your building for you
That’s your job. We’re here to make it perform well, not re-do it.
We won’t review the same detail five times if you haven’t changed it
We’ll give you feedback once. If you ignore it and send the same issue again, we’ll just send you a screenshot of our last email.
We won’t chase you for missing files
If you want help, send us your files properly. We’re not your intern.
Avoid costly rework and performance fails
A $200 fix on a drawing can save $20,000 of rework on-site. We’ve seen it.
Make faster decisions with confidence
No more waiting a week to hear from a compliance guy. Get answers now and move on.
Clients love teams that think ahead – not ones who scramble at consent stage
When you bring performance into design early, everyone wins: the client, the builder, and your stress levels.
Ready to stop winging it and get expert support on tap?
Start your subscription today
We’ll onboard your team, set up your shared folder, and you can start sending drawings same day.
Still not sure?
Book a quick 15-min call and we’ll tell you straight if this is right for your practice.
“How do you define fair use?”
We don’t count hours. We ask that you use the service for active projects, send complete drawings, and don’t send the same detail 6 times. It’s a trust-based system – and it works.
“Can I upgrade to full compliance or testing later?”
Yes. We offer Tier 2 (compliance reporting) and Tier 3 (certification + testing) if you need to level up later.
“What if I need site support?”
We can quote separately for on-site visits, blower door tests, or commissioning. Not included in Tier 1.
“What’s the minimum term?”
One month. But most teams stay for at least 3–6 months because it just makes life easier.
“How do I cancel (if you ever want to leave)?”
Just email us before your next billing cycle. No hard feelings.