Thermal Performance Solutions

Supporting Architects, Building Designers, Builders and Developers to deliver residential projects that meet NCC 2022 energy efficiency requirements.

NatHERS & Whole of Home Energy Performance

We offer thermal performance modeling with software aligned to NatHERS standards, providing star ratings and heating/cooling load outputs.

For projects where the DTS elemental pathway is the preferred or most cost‑effective option, we provide the required DTS energy efficiency assessment.

DTS Pathway Solutions

Strategic Thermal Risk Check™ (STRC™)

We review early‑stage designs to identify thermal performance risks before documentation progresses, helping architects avoid costly redesigns later.

About Intorate

Intorate is a specialist residential energy performance consultancy based in Victoria. We help design and construction teams meet NCC 2022 requirements across building fabric, glazing performance, NatHERS‑based thermal assessments, Whole‑of‑Home energy use and the Deemed‑to‑Satisfy (DTS) elemental pathway.
We recommend the most practical and cost‑effective way to meet these requirements, based on the project’s design and constraints.

Our Services

Helping you balance design creativity with energy compliance.

NatHERS & Whole of Home Energy Performance

We provide thermal performance modelling using NatHERS‑aligned software, delivering star ratings and detailed heating and cooling load outputs. We also assess Whole of Home energy use across heating, cooling, hot water, pumps and onsite renewables, presenting a clear summary of how your project performs under NCC 2022.
Our focus is always on identifying the most cost‑effective pathway to achieving 7‑Star compliance, ensuring strong performance without unnecessary upgrades.

DTS Pathway (Deemed‑to‑Satisfy)

For projects where the DTS elemental pathway is the preferred or most cost‑effective option, we provide the required DTS energy efficiency assessment.
This includes reviewing the relevant NCC 2022 elemental provisions and preparing the documentation needed for building permit submission.

You’ll receive a clear DTS report outlining the applicable requirements and how the design meets them.

Identify performance risks before they become costly problems.

A concept‑stage review that highlights potential thermal performance issues early and provides practical guidance on building fabric, glazing strategy, orientation and Whole‑of‑Home considerations.

What you get:

Concise review of concept plans
Early identification of thermal performance risks
Practical recommendations to support NCC 2022 alignment
Clear next steps for NatHERS, Whole‑of‑Home or DTS

Strategic Thermal Risk Check™ (STRC™)

Resources and insights

NCC 2022 — Energy Efficiency Requirements
https://ncc.abcb.gov.au/
Overview of NCC 2022 energy efficiency provisions for residential buildings.

Glazing & Passive Design

https://www.yourhome.gov.au/passive-design/glazing
Guidance on glazing performance, orientation, shading, U‑values and SHGC.

NatHERS Framework

https://www.nathers.gov.au
Information on star ratings, climate files and assessment methodology.

Passive Design Principles

https://www.yourhome.gov.au/passive-design
Government‑backed guide to orientation, ventilation and thermal mass.