When it comes to building design, drafting and energy ratings across Geelong and the Surfcoast, Belco Group has emerged as the leader in home design and 7+ star energy rated homes.

Building design & drafting services
Designed, meticulous and accomplished. Attentive and versatile.
Belco Group has been the preferred drafting and home design service for owner builders, architects and builder clients across Geelong and the Surfcoast and Bellarine for over fifteen years. We specialise in new home building design, renovations and passive home design.
7+ star energy ratings
Qualified in passive house design, Belco Group have been achieving 7+ energy ratings since 2009.
Why choose us? We are qualified passive house designers and have been conducting energy ratings since 2009 and achieving 7+ star energy-rated homes since 2015. Belco Group has a reputation across Victoria for providing energy assessment services and NatHERS certification.
Our Sustainability Consultants have advanced knowledge of energy star ratings and thermal properties of building and glazing materials, helping you achieve the best results and ensure compliance with government regulations.
To find out more about our energy rating service, head to our energy ratings information page below.


Passive House Design
Passive Solar Design assists the liveability of your home through the seasons.
Belco Group computer modelling will calculate and illustrate how much natural light will be throughout your home design’s windows and doors.
Passive Solar Design
Our shadow diagrams will help guide clever passive solar design to suit your needs based on the home orientation and the seasons.
Liveable Housing
All Australians benefit from homes designed with comfort, safety and ease of access as core design features.
These features make it easy for parents to manoeuvre prams, for people with disability or temporary injuries to get around and makes moving furniture and carrying shopping into the house simpler.
A liveable home design:
• Is easy to enter
• Is easy to navigate in and around
• Is capable of being an easy and cost-effective adaptation
• Is responsive to the needs of the occupants

Other services
Discover the comprehensive services offered by Belco Group, guiding you through every step of your building journey.
Pre-Site Project Management: Let us handle the initial stages of your project by organising Council property information, stormwater details, site feature surveys, soil reports, engineering assessments, energy ratings, and any additional consultations required for your planning and building permits.
Town Planning: When necessary, we provide expert Town Planning documentation and design services to facilitate the planning process for your home.
Bushfire Design and BAL Ratings: With our extensive experience in designing homes for the Australian landscape, including bushfire-prone areas along the Surfcoast, we ensure that your home is designed with utmost safety and compliance. Partnering with local draftspersons ensures a deep understanding of local requirements and a seamless design process.
3D Rendering: Experience the power of visualisation with our exceptional 3D documentation and renders. Our detailed 3D models offer a tangible preview of your future home, allowing you to envision living in your space before construction begins.
Ready to explore our services and receive a personalised quote?
Contact us today to start your building journey with confidence.
