Izzat Consulting delivered innovative façade engineering solutions, balancing complex design, structural performance, and sustainability

Izzat Consulting Engineers

Izzat Consulting Engineers provided façade engineering expertise, including waterproofing design on the Forma & Contra project. The architectural vision required a high-volume of custom-designed components to achieve both the design and meet the structural requirements.

“As façade engineers, we had to design and document multiple architectural features, including louvres, screens, balustrades, window hoods, and corbels, ensuring the head contractor, Buildform, and their subcontractors had the detailed specifications needed to construct these elements,” explained Brett Brown, Director and Technical Manager at Izzat,.

“One of the major innovations was the laser-cut aluminium handrail, which not only met the architectural intent but also complied with structural performance standards,” Brett noted. Izzat also designed a brick screen with strategically placed openings to balance ventilation, light, and privacy while maintaining structural integrity against wind loads and other building regulations.

“Efficient design is key to minimising environmental impact,” Brett said. “We meticulously considered material selection, structural longevity, and compliance with industry standards to reduce the risk of premature maintenance and remedial work. Too often, we see buildings that aren’t designed with durability in mind, leading to costly repairs. By integrating long-term efficiency into our designs, we ensure a more sustainable outcome.”

Collaboration was integral to the project’s success. “Buildform managed the design process seamlessly, organising regular design workshops where all consultants could work through competing priorities,” Brett said. This approach allowed greater flexibility and problem-solving, ensuring that engineering, architecture, and budget constraints were all effectively balanced.

Reflecting on the project, Brown highlighted the importance of adaptive design thinking. “Engineering is about problem-solving, and this project reinforced the need for creativity in developing alternative solutions that meet structural, aesthetic, and financial requirements simultaneously.”

For more information contact Izzat Consulting Engineers, Unit 137, Oaks Goldsbrough, 243 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009, phone 02 9552 3484, website www.izzat.com.au