In April 2024, building regulations will change to prevent the use of ‘direct emission heating (DEH)’ systems in new buildings, and some conversions. These are systems which use more than a ‘negligible’ level of greenhouse gas emissions.
In practice, this means that new buildings can’t use gas or oil boilers.
Instead, heating and cooling systems will need to be supplied from other zero DEH systems like a heat pump, solar thermal storage system or electric storage heaters. A zero DEH system connected to a heat network will also be allowed.
Bioenergy, where electricity or heat is generated from organic matter such as wood, is not considered to be a zero DEH system and therefore won’t be allowed to heat new buildings.
There are some exceptions to the NBHS. It won’t apply to:
- alterations to, or extension of, a pre-2024 building
- emergency heating – a direct emission heating system could only be used when the heating or hot water service system normally used fails
- heating provided solely for the purpose of frost protection, for example heating to stop water pipes from bursting in cold weather or damage to equipment in commercial buildings.
Scotland’s proposal to improve new building standards and end the use of Direct Emissions Heating (DEH). It proposes that from 2024, “new buildings must use heating systems which produce zero direct emissions at the point of use”
More information about the New Build Heat Standard can be found here…
If you are planning a New Build or need some advice, please contact us for an initial consultation and we’d be happy to help
This whole cottage renovation & extension by Fife Architects will take most of 2024 to complete. Thankfully we are working with fantastic clients & a great team who all have the same goal in sight, to create a high quality, delightful family home.
#building
#fifearchitects
#dreamhome
Featured in @builditmagazine , our award winning, energy efficient new build in Collinsburgh, Fife.
So many lovely details in this project, expressing a modern interpretation of the traditional Scottish rural aesthetic while preserving traditional architectural features.
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors #newbuild
Featured not once, not twice but three times in @dundee_dia @chemibeltran 🙌🏼
To read more about these award winning projects, head to our website for more details. You will also find our contact page if you’d like to discuss potential projects you have in mind.
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors #awardwinning #dia
Exciting times at this whole house renovation & extension by Fife Architects!
After battling the weather so far this year, the joiners have finally been able to fix the timber cladding and have made a beautiful job of it, with careful planning and well considered cuts to the wood.
The zinc roof will soon be installed, we can`t wait for the next site visit!
The interiors will be special on this one, more to follow soon.
#themetalroofcompany
#russwood
#tripleglazing
#airsourceheatpump
#solarpanels
#kitchenarchitect
#renovation
#lovebuilding
#people
Meet Our Team
Fermín Beltrán Dos Santos - Founding Partner / Architect
Fermín grew up in Lima, Peru and studied architecture in Texas, USA. Working in New York, Lima and Glasgow, Scotland, he went on to found Fife Architects in the beautiful East Neuk of Fife with Lucy Beltrán in 2011.
Fermín is a passionate architect, now delivering personal projects in and around Fife.
His work has recently been published in Scottish Field, Homebuilding & Renovating and Build It magazines - we are very proud of him!
A great feature on our Energy Efficient home project in Anstruther. Thank you @scottishfieldmag & @dinky_media for this beautiful article. To find out more about the article head to our stories and follow the link.
If you’re looking to renovate or build an energy efficient home, please get in touch via our contact page on our website, we offer initial consultations.
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors #energyefficient #scottishfieldmagazine
Okay, Blenheim Palace, I see you 👀 Vanbrugh definitely wasn`t playing around with this masterpiece. The detail, and opulence of each space is really incredible. And the British Icons of Fashion exhibit? As mind-blowing as the architecture. Perfectly designed exhibits for each room. Definitely worth a visit!
#mindblown #architectlife #vivianwestwood #stellamccartney ##architecture #vanbrugh #oxfordshire #architecture #fashion #unescoworldheritage #architecturetravel
A great article in @myhomebuilding magazine by @caroline.ednie featuring one of our projects in Ceres.
You can read more on our blog via our website.
Photo Credit: @katie_pryde_photography
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors
Brilliant use of Siberian larch cladding on this beautiful house extension in Upper Largo, Fife - by Fife Architects. We also used SIPs within the structure due to it being a stronger, more sustainability and faster construct compared to other traditional build methods.
If you are looking to extend your home and looking for some advice please get in touch via our enquires page on our website.
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #siberianlarch #cladding #larch
It is the season for sowing wild flowers, which reminds us of this green roof timber extension and house renovation in Elie. We designed the extension with an extensive green roof, planted with a mix of sedum and wildflowers to benefit the site by restricting surface water run-off, enhancing the site’s biodiversity and providing insulation via the planting medium’s thermal mass. We really love the wildflower garden providing a visually beautiful, low maintenance, wildlife friendly environment.
If you are looking for ways to introduce more eco friendly ideas into your renovations or new build, please get in touch via our contact us page.
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors #green #greenroof #ecofriendly #biodiversity #wildflowers #extensions
We’ll never get over this room with a view. If you’d like to enhance your existing view, find out more about potential improvements you could make to your home or starting a new build, please get in touch, we’d love to help.
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors #aroomwithaview #wood #cladding #kilqonquhar
As spring approaches, now is the ideal time to kickstart any renovation or new construction projects you’ve been considering. We provide initial consultations and guidance to get you started. Reach out to us through our contact page, and we’ll be delighted to assist you.
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors
So many wonderful styles, textures and colours of samples to choose from. Clients can make use of our studio here in St Monans, where you can observe samples in person and talk through a variety of options to suit your taste and project. Get in touch via our website and we’d love to help you get the ball rolling on some building or renovation ideas, link in bio.
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors #samples
Material samples for one of our clients, who is looking to achieve a natural look to compliment the properties woodland surroundings.
We have been looking at darker cladding options - charred vs painted…
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors #charred #painted #cladding #stone #larch #brick
“The Weetabix room” as it was described on @scotlandshomeoftheyear
We specifically chose to use OSB for its strong sustainability factors and durability. It can be stained or painted to your taste. We kept it naturally stained to mirror the beautiful surroundings of the house.
More photos of this stunning project available on our website...
Photo: @keithhunterphotography
#fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors #shoty #scotlandhomeoftheyear #weetabix #osb
#recycled #recycledwood
Meet Our Team - Adam Cunningham
Adam is an Architectural Technologist with over 7 years experience who joined Fife Architects in 2023. After completing an HND in Construction at Fife College, Glenrothes, he graduated with a BSc(Hons) in Architectural Technology from The Robert Gordon University in 2017.
Prior to joining our team, Adam spent 5 years at national practice Halliday Fraser Munro.
Adam assists Fermin and Lucy on technical work stages of projects, using his broad knowledge of the construction industry and practical expertise.
#team #awesome #fifearchitects #architecture #scottisharchitects #architectsscotland #fife #scotland #eastneuk #scotland#design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors
Thank you @urbanrealm_social for featuring us in your top 100! Great to see our name alongside so many other brilliant architects across the country
#fifearchitects #architecture #architects #fife #scotland #urbanrealm #magazine #feature #scotland #eastneuk #top100 #scottisharchitecture #design #fifearchitects #architectsscotland #design #interiordesign #art #architecturephotography #photography #travel #interior #architecturelovers #architect #home #homedecor #archilovers #building #construction #homedesign #decor #interiors
A visit to London College of Fashion, by design architects Allies & Morrison, this building is integrated within one visionary campus that provides an inspiring and collaborative environment;
#amazing
#concrete
#inspirational
#olympicpark
#stratford
We are lucky enough to have the beautiful St Monans harbour on our door step
#fifearchitects #architecture #architects #fife #scotland #eastneuk #officewithaview #roomwithaview #harbour #stmonans #scottisharchitecture
Some initial drawings and designs we did for a client, a stunning spot in the borders over looking the Cheviot Hills
#fifearchitects #architecture #architects #fife #scotland #scottisharchitecture #architectsscotland #eastneuk