A new approach to heating in new-build homes Less technology. Greater efficiency. Lower overall costs.
Modern new buildings no longer require oversized heating systems. Thanks to high insulation standards, airtight construction and optimised building envelopes, actual heating requirements are reduced to a minimum.
This fundamentally changes the starting point:
It is no longer maximum heating capacity that is decisive - but rather the precise, cost-effective meeting of very low demand.
Nevertheless, centralised, technically complex systems are often still being planned - designed for load cases that rarely occur in actual operation.
The result: high investment costs, unnecessary system losses and long-term capital tied up without corresponding added value.
The cost-effective solution for new builds
In energy-efficient new-builds, it is not the maximum efficiency of a single technology that matters - but the cost-effectiveness of the overall system.
This is precisely where SOLUTION 360° comes in.
Instead of designing complex, centralised heating systems designed for high output, SOLUTION 360° takes a different approach:
The heating solution is consistently tailored to the building's actual requirements.
Because modern new-builds have:
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very low heating loads
low heat loss
even temperature distribution
➡️ This opens up entirely new possibilities in heating technology.
What this means in practice:
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No central heating system required
No water-carrying pipework in the building
No plant rooms or outdoor units
No complex hydraulics or maintenance
Instead, decentralised, direct-acting systems are used, which generate heat
exactly where it is needed.
What is SOLUTION 360°? A systematic approach rather than a one-off solution
SOLUTION 360° is not a single heating product, but a well-thought-out overall concept for new-build properties. The focus is not on choosing a specific technology, but on how a building can be heated economically and efficiently with the least possible effort.
The approach is simple: a well-insulated building requires very little heat - and that is precisely what the system is designed for. Instead of complex, centralised heating systems, SOLUTION 360° relies on direct, decentralised solutions within the room.
Typically, the system consists of:
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Electric underfloor heating as the main heating system
Infrared heating panels for additional comfort zones (e.g. bathroom)
Decentralized hot water solution
Smart individual room control
Optional: Photovoltaics and ventilation with heat recovery
The result is a system that requires no pipework, no plant room and no maintenance-intensive components. The technology is reduced to what is actually necessary - and that is precisely where the key advantage lies: lower investment costs, simple planning and long-term cost-effective operation.
In short: SOLUTION 360° approaches new builds from the perspective of actual needs and combines all the elements into a solution that is simpler, clearer and more economically viable than traditional heating systems.
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At the heart of it all: the ETHERMA eCALC building energy
calculator. We use this to produce a clear and fair comparative
calculation:
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Investment: how much does your heating system cost to buy?
Running costs: how do your energy costs change over the years?
Comparison: how does the heat pump compare - and why does ETHERMA perform better?
The result: planning certainty, transparency and a solution that really
pays off.
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The ideal solution for energy-efficient new builds
A fresh approach to cost-effectiveness in new-build projects
In new-build projects, efficiency metrics such as the COP are frequently discussed.
For building owners and developers, however, another question is crucial:
What will the system cost over its entire lifespan?
The difference lies in the overall picture
Traditional systems such as heat pumps offer high efficiency ratings on paper - but come with significantly higher investment costs and technical complexity.
SOLUTION 360° takes a different approach:
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lower initial investment
no complex infrastructure
no maintenance or service costs
simple, durable systems
Example: Multi-family house (KfW 40)*
A direct comparison shows that:
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up to €48,000 lower investment compared to a heat pump
lower lifecycle costs over 20 years
➡️ The savings in operating costs cannot offset the additional investment required
for traditional systems.
*Model calculation based on the building's total floor area:
560 m², energy efficiency rating: A+
FAZIT
In new-build projects, it is not the maximum efficiency of a single technology that matters, but the best overall economic solution.
For the client, this means:
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lower financing costs
faster payback
more budget for build quality or fittings
SOLUTION 360° reduces the investment - whilst ensuring efficient and convenient operation.
A comparison of heating systems in new-build properties Heat pump vs. electric heating
| Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying) | SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system) | |
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Investement
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
High
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
Significantly lower
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Technical effort
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
Compley (central system, hydraulics)
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
Very low
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Installation
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
Piping throughout the building
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
No water-carrying distribution
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Technic room
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
Required
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
Not necessary
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Thermal performance
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
Slow heat release
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
Fast, direct heat
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Thermal losses
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
Losses due to distribution & storage
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
No distribution losses
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Controllability
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
Limited / system-dependent
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
Room-by-room, individual
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Maintenance
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
Regular servicing required
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
Maintenance-free
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Service life
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
Replacement after approx. 15-20 years
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
Long-lasting without system replacement
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Complexity
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Classic heat pump (central, water-carrying)
High (hydraulics, design, interfaces)
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SOLUTION 360° (decentral, direct system)
Simple & straightforward
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