Environmental

From the beginning Fitz has made environmental responsibility a priority. That’s why the practice has taken part in exhaustive research into making the built environment sustainable. We know that being ‘green’ and saving energy goes far deeper than fixing a wind turbine to your roof. The best and most cost effective results come from improving the thermal performance of the building envelope so that less energy is needed to heat the property.

We harness passive energy sources to reduce energy consumption in every scheme - regardless of size or budget and strive to use renewable energy sources and maximise daylight and natural ventilation.

This determination is earning us a reputation for distinctive and creative solutions to building design. We specialise in sensible, cost-effective buildings that have a reduced impact on the environment. Not only do they deliver best value, but give our clients something different - all without added cost.

Three steps to a sustainable solution

To maximise the benefits of our knowledge we follow this disciplined approach to every project

1 — SITE SPECIFIC DESIGN - Site buildings to optimise opportunities such as sun, wind and orientation.

2 — FABRIC - Choose materials & construction methods to enhance performance of the building envelope.

3 — RENEWABLES – Top-up with renewable technologies such as solar and photovoltaic panels for hot water and electricity. Being environmentally responsible can generate savings for the next 30-50 years.