Photos unveil transformation of Scotland’s largest Passivhaus homes estate in Glasgow

Images showing the transformation of Scotland’s largest Passivhaus estate have been revealed.

The Dundashill development was completed in May and features energy-efficient design making the homes cheap to keep warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

Architects Collective Architecture say it has set a new benchmark for energy efficiency in affordable housing and helps to alleviate concerns around fuel poverty.

It won “Excellence in Regeneration and Sustainability” at the Chartered Institute of Housing awards.

The development is situated north of Glasgow city centre. Collective Architecture

Dundashill is built to the Passivhaus standard, which aims to create ultra-low energy buildings that dramatically reduce the need for space heating and cooling by having a focus on insulation, airtight construction, and efficient ventilation.

The homes also use cutting-edge technology such as solar panels and air-source heat pumps working in tandem to minimise environmental impact.

The development features a mix of 90 one-to-three-bedroom flats, complete with play areas and views of the city.

Designers said incorporating community spaces was a priority. Collective Architecture

“CCG is proud to have delivered this exceptional project,” said David Wylie, managing director of CCG (Scotland).

“Our commitment to delivering energy-efficient, sustainable homes is more evident than ever with Dundashill, and it marks an important milestone in our journey towards creating net-zero developments.”

Emily Ong, Passivhaus designer, said, “Collective Architecture is honoured to have played a central role in this project, helping to shape an energy-efficient future for North Glasgow.

“It is a significant achievement that reflects our commitment to creating meaningful, community-focused architecture that respects the past while looking confidently to the future.

“We believe that cutting-edge, super-efficient homes should be accessible to all, not just those who can
afford them, and this project is a step towards making that vision a reality for everyone.”

Dundashill sits above the Forth and Clyde Canal and a watersports facility. Collective Architecture

Karen Shaw, director of development and asset management at West of Scotland Housing Association; “The first residents moved into Dundashill in early 2024, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.

“However, we understand the importance of conducting a thorough post-occupancy review to fully assess the impact of Passivhaus.

“To that end, WSHA will be carrying out a post-occupancy assessment over the next year to evaluate the building’s actual performance, understand the long-term benefits and develop good practice guides for
our residents.

“This will allow us to share valuable insights and knowledge with other housing associations considering Passivhaus for their future developments.”

It features a mix of 90 one-to-three-bedroom flats. Collective Architecture

Councillor Ruairi Kelly, convener for housing, development and land use at Glasgow City Council, added; “This development at Dundashill is notable for a variety of reasons as not only does it contribute to the significant regeneration of North Glasgow currently taking place through high-quality new homes in a part of the city that for so long was cut off from neighbouring communities, but the homes themselves are low-cost in terms of their energy bills and help to reduce emissions in the city.

“The council supported West of Scotland Housing Association in the building of these homes, which have become a key feature of the work being done along the canal corridor and in North Glasgow, and I am sure the new residents will enjoy living there.”