Fire safety doesn’t have to limit your vision. At DC Partnership, we develop tailored fire safety strategies that prioritise life safety while aligning with your design goals. Fire codes are often designed with a one-size-fits-all approach—but unique, complex, and heritage projects demand more adaptable, performance-driven solutions.
From concept to construction, our innovative solutions ensure your projects meet fire safety compliance with minimal compromise. With expertise in both prescriptive and performance-based design, we unlock flexibility where standard fire safety falls short.
Fire safety is at the core of every successful design. With expertise in everything from smoke management to egress design, we work closely with your team to balance safety, compliance and design integrity.
We understand that full compliance with the codes is not always practical or appropriate, especially when optimising fire safety in heritage-listed or historic structures or where property protection is critical, such as museums, libraries and data centres.
Our experience in fire modelling, fire testing, and the code development process gives us a unique ability to gain approvals for non-traditional solutions.
Driven by performance-based solutions, our accredited fire safety engineers create bespoke strategies to address the unique needs of your project.
Early fire safety input to guide building form, egress, and system design within regulatory context.
CFD and egress simulation using industry tools (Pathfinder, Pyrosim & FDS) to test occupant safety and evacuation timing.
Evaluation of structural elements (concrete, steel, timber) for fire performance and compliance.
Independent review of design submissions and tender packages to reduce downstream risk and variation exposure.
Comprehensive compliance strategies across design milestones — from schematic design to IFC documentation.
Timely delivery of formal fire engineering documentation for DA, CC, tender and occupancy approvals.
Assessment of fire strategies for constructability, coordination, and cost-efficiency without compromising compliance.
When it comes to compliance, there’s no room for guesswork. With a deep understanding of Australian fire safety codes, we can handle all building classes. Where traditional codes present barriers, we use performance-based solutions to secure life safety without restricting architectural intent. Whether you’re working within rigid codes, or need to take an alternative approach, we ensure your fire strategy demonstrates compliance with the intent of the codes.
Fire safety should never be an afterthought. We partner with your team from the outset, embedding safety measures that support your architectural design intent. Our fire safety engineers work proactively to identify potential fire safety constraints early, helping you avoid costly redesigns. Through open communication and a deep understanding of your goals, we deliver fire strategies that fit seamlessly into the design process.
Regulations don’t intimidate us—they inspire us. With a deep understanding of both local and international codes, we are well versed in navigating complex regulatory landscapes both in Australia and abroad. With realistic measures and a creative mindset, we simplify international building regulations, codes and practices. We support projects of all sizes and complexities from concept design to construction completion.
Ellie is the powerhouse behind DC Partnership’s financial, operational and people performance. With over a decade of experience in consultancies, startups and corporate environments, she’s a master at combining big-picture strategy with hands-on problem-solving. Since joining DC Partnership in 2021, Ellie has streamlined operations, expanded the company’s footprint and kept everything running smoother than ever. A champion of diversity, inclusion and female leadership, Ellie is all about creating a workplace where everyone feels valued—and where no challenge is too big to tackle.
