The Smart Eco Group

Smart Eco Architecture & Design For over 40 years we have been dedicated and passionate in creating spaces that you call home. We believe in the synergy between great architecture and thermal comfort; and a detailed focus on minimising the impact on the environment; and maximising the efficiency of the building and its use. We collaborate with all kinds of builders; with the aim to deliver beautiful buildings for any budget. Our services can include; feasibility assessments; sustainable design reviews; standardised plans; all the way through to full-architectural services offering services from concept to completed project. The SmartEcoGroup is lead by renowned architect, Gareth Cole (Fellow of Australian Institute of Architects), a leader in design, architecture & construction with over 40 years experience. After completing a b.Arch with honours from UTS in 1977, Gareth was awarded the Byera Hadley Travelling Scholarship, to both research and report on Passive Solar buildings throughout the country. Gareth Cole arguably among Australia's foremost architects and his practice focused on Energy efficient, Passive Solar Designed buildings for over 40 years, renowned for his specialists focus on the field of in Ecologically Sustainable Development (ESD), Energy Efficiency, Passive Solar Design, Energy Policy, and Product & Building Material Assessment. Gareth’s expertise has not only seen his influence in energy policy but also practically been included in the project, such as the Sydney Olympic Games Village, where he was engaged to ESD House design and planning strategies for this world class-village.