How to design an energy-efficient smart home under Australian standards?

Designing an energy-efficient smart home under Australian standards requires integrating passive design principles with connected technologies to comply with the National Construction Code's (NCC) 7-star thermal performance and Whole-of-Home energy budget requirements. This is achieved by using automated Home Energy Management Systems (HEMS) and demand-response enabled devices (DREDs) compliant with AS/NZS 4755 to dynamically optimize heating, cooling, and appliance energy use.