Retractive Consulting

Retractive Consulting is a Melbourne-based civil engineering and innovation consultancy led by Joe Villella, the original inventor of the internationally successful Fanaway retractable ceiling fan. With over three decades of experience across infrastructure, commercial, and urban development projects, Retractive Consulting blends engineering precision with visionary product development. We provide comprehensive civil engineering services, including road and drainage design, stormwater management systems, carpark grading, and infrastructure development for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Retractive Consulting is also at the forefront of stormwater innovation, proudly developing the Hydro Spheres™ system – a modular, scalable, and highly efficient alternative to traditional drainage cell products. Designed to manage stormwater detention, retention, and infiltration in both confined and irregular spaces, Hydro Spheres aim to reduce installation costs, improve water storage efficiency, and withstand vehicular loads. Hydro Spheres is currently seeking licensing partners and investment opportunities to commercialise the technology globally. Highlights: Inventor of Fanaway, now sold globally via Beacon Lighting. Delivered over 200+ urban development projects. Developer of Hydro Spheres, a patented stormwater detention technology. Experience with complex commercial sites, hospitals, subdivisions, airport aprons, and more. IP-protected innovation ready for scale and licensing. Let’s shape the future of stormwater management and infrastructure together. Contact us for: Engineering services Product collaboration Licensing enquiries Investment opportunities in stormwater innovation Email: joev@retractconsult.com.au