Fire Protection Engineer

The DESIGNFIRE team includes experienced fire consultants who specialise in integrating fire engineering into residential, commercial, and industrial building designs. With our in-depth knowledge of the New Zealand Building Code and fire safety regulations and as a silver member of the Fire Protection Association New Zealand (FPANZ), we provide reliable and compliant fire engineering solutions that prioritise the safety of occupants and properties.

Our fire engineering services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each project, ensuring that fire safety considerations are seamlessly integrated into the building’s design. By engaging The DESIGNFIRE early in your project, you can trust that our proactive approach and strong relationships with local councils will streamline the consent process, saving you time and money.

Comparing Fire Engineering With Fire Protection Services

Our fire safety services encompass two key disciplines: fire engineering and fire protection. While these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, they have distinct focuses:

  • Fire engineering, also known as fire safety engineering, takes a holistic approach to designing and assessing fire safety measures. It involves performance-based design, advanced modeling, and considers the unique characteristics of each building project.
  • Fire protection deals with the specific systems used to detect and suppress fires, including alarms, sprinklers, and passive protection like fire stopping and doors. It focuses on designing, specifying and implementing these systems.

By offering expertise in both fire engineering and fire protection, we provide complete solutions that optimize life safety, property protection and code compliance for every project.

The Role of a Fire Protection Engineer

A fire protection engineer is responsible for assessing a building’s unique fire risks and designing appropriate safeguards to minimise the potential for loss of life and property damage in the event of a fire. This involves a comprehensive understanding of fire dynamics, building materials, and human behaviour, as well as a deep knowledge of relevant codes and standards.

At The DESIGNFIRE, our fire protection engineers work closely with clients, architects, and other stakeholders to develop fire safety strategies that seamlessly integrate with a building’s design and function. We take a proactive approach, identifying potential hazards early in the design process and recommending cost-effective solutions that meet or exceed regulatory requirements.

Our Fire Protection Engineering Services

The DESIGNFIRE offers a range of fire protection engineering services, including:

  1. Fire Safety Design: We develop comprehensive fire safety designs that incorporate both passive and active fire protection measures, such as fire-resistant materials, compartmentation, smoke control systems, and fire suppression systems.
  2. Building Code Compliance: Our fire protection engineers ensure that your building meets all applicable fire safety regulations, including the New Zealand Building Code and local council requirements.
  3. Fire Safety Strategies: We work with clients to develop innovative fire safety strategies that achieve the required level of safety while considering the unique aspects of each building project.

Inspections: Our team conducts thorough inspections of buildings to assess fire safety measures and identify areas for improvement.

Why Choose The DESIGNFIRE?

When you partner with The DESIGNFIRE for your fire protection engineering needs, you benefit from:

  1. Proven Expertise: Our fire protection engineers are highly qualified and experienced, with a deep understanding of fire safety principles and a proven track record of successful projects.
  2. Comprehensive Services: We offer a range of fire protection engineering services, from initial design through to final inspection, ensuring a seamless process for our clients.
  3. Collaborative Approach: We work closely with our clients, fostering open communication and collaboration to ensure that fire safety solutions align with their unique needs and goals.

Commitment to Safety: At The DESIGNFIRE, safety is our top priority. We are dedicated to delivering fire protection engineering services that safeguard lives and property, providing peace of mind for building owners and occupants alike.

Ensure Your Building’s Fire Safety with The DESIGNFIRE

Don’t compromise on fire safety. Trust the experts at The DESIGNFIRE to provide high-quality fire protection engineering services for your building project. Our team is ready to assist you in navigating the complexities of fire safety design and compliance, delivering solutions that protect what matters most.

Contact The DESIGNFIRE today to discuss your fire protection engineering needs and discover how we can help you create a safer, more resilient built environment.

our clients

“There are 81 units being developed on the site; the majority of the units are terraced houses. We are proud of the scale of the project and the opportunity it brings for new home buyers to get onto the property market. We needed a fire report for our development Building Consent application.

The site was pretty tight with lots quite near to each other; THE DESIGNFIRE was quick to respond to our enquiry and forthcome with a strategy to get the documentation together in line with our Building Consent lodgement target dates. They listened to our needs and were finding ways to make the process efficient.

THE DESIGNFIRE was very responsive and willing to assist in clarifying matters with the structural engineer and architect to deliver their outputs. We are very happy with the result.”

—Mante Masela, Kingston Property

“My name is Farzbod Taefi. I am the director of Skills Update Training Institute. About five years ago, in conjunction with NMIT, we purchased a site on 42 Upper Queen Street. This building needed a lot of renovation and make-over.

We found them very flexible and receptive to our comments and ideas. I think it was the winning card for us as the client. Getting the permits through the council is not an easy task. They had good contacts in the council, they were well known to the council, and that really speeded up the process. I think if we’ve chosen another group, this project may have taken twice as long. We have recommended THE DESIGNFIRE to many people and referred them to Louie. You know the sample of his work is here, and people can see what they can get.”

—Farzbod Taefi, Skills Update Training Institute

“THE DESIGNFIRE and their team of various expertise helped us to complete our Complex commercial building, involving multi-tenancy occupancy. THE DESIGNFIRE team came up with a resolution which was cost-effective and workable. Without THE DESIGNFIRE, we would have a difficult time completing it.”

—Paul Singh, Director, APL Windows

“With a long relationship with THE DESIGNFIRE, they have a strong background on fire engineering as well as precise design and consultation. Happy working with them and willing to do other projects together again.”

—Jae Hyun

“Louie has been a precious asset in developing fire engineering for our second dwelling project. His price was very reasonable, his communication prompt and helpful. I would recommend him and use his services again.”

—Dave