ECO heat experiences from Devin – Sustainability

Following our recent series on pool water treatment sustainability, Devin Consulting are keen to share our approach to another energy-intensive area of leisure facilities: heat experience cabins.

Outwardly, the fundamental design and construction of heat experience cabins appears to have remained largely unchanged for a number of years; while the inclusion of increasingly positive sustainability measures is gaining value. At Devin, we’re raising the importance of sustainability in wellness — introducing key design measures that significantly reduce energy consumption.

We’ve developed a 13-point list of key design considerations that contribute to more sustainable heat experience solutions.

1 – Cabin Size and Volume – Optimised for efficiency, but without compromising aesthetics or comfort.

2 – Materials – Use sustainably sourced materials, such as FSC-certified timbers for saunas.

3 – Insulation –U-value targets and solutions that exceed standard practice by over 50%.

4 – Ventilation – Tailored supply & exhaust control to ensure air quality and efficiency.

5 – Heat Recovery – High-temperature waste air is recovered and reused.

6 – Controls – Smart temperature controls reduce energy use when cabins are unoccupied.

7 -Cabin Type – Clients are guided through a range of cabin options to suit their needs and improve efficiency.

Items 8–13 addressing – Design, operation and monitoring – Sustainability is embedded from concept to commissioning, with operator training and performance monitoring ensuring long-term impact.

This comprehensive strategy reflects Devin’s commitment to improving energy efficiency across leisure facilities—delivering long-term, measurable value to our clients.

To discuss the benefits of the Devin approach, please contact our sustainability lead, Sam Gledhill (sgledhill@devin-consulting.com).