Ducted
Concealed Ductwork
Air is distributed through ductwork and outlets to the rooms or zones being heated or cooled.
Air conditioning
Residential and Commercial Air Conditioning Systems
Air conditioning systems for residential and commercial projects across Sydney and NSW, including ducted, multi-split, bulkhead and reverse-cycle solutions matched to building loads, zoning and installation requirements.
Residential and commercial air conditioning
Ducted, multi-split and bulkhead systems
Reverse-cycle heating and cooling
Load-based capacity and zoning
System selection
System Planning
The system is selected for the room layout, heating and cooling requirements, and space available for equipment and ducts.
SmartHeat designs and installs air conditioning for homes and commercial buildings across Sydney and NSW.
System options
Air Conditioning Options
System options include ducted, multi-split and bulkhead units. Reverse-cycle equipment can provide heating and cooling.
Multi-split
Multiple Indoor Units
Several indoor units connect to shared outdoor equipment to serve individual rooms or zones.
Bulkhead
Concealed Indoor Units
Bulkhead units can be concealed within ceiling or joinery spaces, subject to installation and service access requirements.
Reverse-cycle
Heating & Cooling
Reverse-cycle equipment can provide both heating and cooling.
Design process
Design & Installation
We review the building, size the equipment and plan the installation before work starts.
- 01
Define the building zones
Confirm which rooms, residential areas or commercial zones require heating, cooling and independent temperature control.
- 02
Calculate the load
Calculate heating and cooling requirements for each room or zone.
- 03
Select the system
Compare each type of air conditioner against the project needs. This may include ducted, multi-split, bulkhead and other heat-pump-based approaches.
- 04
Coordinate installation
Plan air conditioning installations around outdoor unit locations, pipework, ductwork, outlets and controls. Drainage, electrical requirements and service access should also be allowed for.
Technical planning
Installation Requirements
Confirm equipment capacity, unit locations, duct routes, drainage, power supply and maintenance access.
- Building load
- Floor area, ceiling height, occupancy, glazing and insulation all affect heating and cooling capacity. Equipment, lighting and orientation also need to be checked.
- System type
- Ducted, multi-split and bulkhead systems suit different building layouts, zoning needs and architectural constraints.
- Outdoor units
- Outdoor air conditioner equipment location affects noise, airflow, pipe routes, appearance, service access and available space.
- Ductwork and outlets
- Duct routes, outlet positions and return-air locations should be coordinated with ceilings, structure, lighting and joinery.
- Controls
- Sensors, zone controllers and central interfaces should match how each occupied area is used throughout the day.
Suitable projects
Residential & Commercial Projects
- Whole-home ducted air conditioning
- New homes and major residential renovations
- Multi-zone residential projects
- Apartments and multi-residential developments
- Offices, retail spaces and commercial tenancies
- Commercial refurbishments and new developments
FAQ
Common residential and commercial air conditioning systems questions.
What is ducted air conditioning?
Ducted air conditioning uses central indoor equipment and concealed ductwork to distribute conditioned air through ceiling or wall outlets. It can serve a whole home, multiple residential zones or larger commercial areas.
When is a multi-split system useful?
A split system air conditioner can suit one room. A multi-split system can suit homes, apartments and offices where several indoor units are needed but outdoor unit space is limited.
What is bulkhead air conditioning?
A bulkhead air conditioning system conceals the indoor unit within a ceiling, joinery or architectural bulkhead. It can provide discreet air distribution where visible wall-mounted equipment is not preferred.
Can air conditioning also provide heating?
Yes. Reverse-cycle air conditioning can provide cooling in summer and heating in winter, allowing one system to support year-round comfort.
How is the required system capacity calculated?
Capacity should be based on the building, not a rough estimate. Floor area, ceiling height, occupancy, glazing, shading, insulation, equipment loads and local climate all affect an AC unit or wider AC system.
Related system
Geothermal Heating & Cooling
Projects considering ground-source heating and cooling can also review our geothermal systems.
Air conditioning enquiries
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