2026 marks Lumos Solar’s 20th year of delivering architectural solar solutions.
At the start of our solar journey we saw an opportunity to solve a real world problem by creating beautiful architectural solar shade structures that provide protection and create clean energy generation. We were inspired!
For two decades, we’ve had the honor to help create and collaborate building the architectural solar industry – partnering with visionary teams to integrate solar into the built environment in ways that are both functional and aesthetic.
Throughout the years, we’ve had the privilege of working with many amazing and renowned architects, designers and building owners to help bring transformative projects to life – installations that have reshaped outdoor spaces, enhanced communities, and demonstrated what’s possible when architecture and clean energy work together. To celebrate this milestone, we’ve curated a retrospective highlighting a selection of standout projects that continue to inspire and endure.
Designing, engineering, and supplying so many remarkable solar structures made narrowing the list no easy task. Reflecting on how far we’ve come only fuels our excitement for what lies ahead.
Here’s to the next 20 years of innovation, collaboration, and the art of solar.
The campus life
University of California Irvine
Irvine, California
The Challenge: Create an open, bright shaded environment that supports campus circulation and gathering.
The Solution: Our LSX panels and unique framing options provide a beautifully dappled shaded area for students and faculty to congregate. Lumos solar panels create shade that is more airy and bright than traditional shade structures which is why it was the perfect choice for this on-campus gathering area.
The Product: LSX Module System
The self-reliant system
Target
Alexandria, Lousiana
The Challenge: Drive-up service started during the pandemic but has become a new standard for Target. They came to us with the goal of creating a weatherproof canopy to protect team members from rain and sun while loading customers’ cars.
The Solution: Lumos was able to offer a completely off-grid solar carport structure that created a comfortable, weather protected, well-lit area for team members to deliver orders for customers waiting under the covered parking.
The Product: LSX Module System | SolarScape
The super-span
Miami Bayfront Park
Miami, Florida
The Challenge: High pedestrian traffic, extreme weather, and the need for a structure that elevates and protects the public space.
The Solution: A curved solar canopy that follows this iconic park entrance. With our industry leading weatherproofed solutions this canopy is more than just a beautiful structure, it is prepared to withstand the wild weather that Florida is known for – it continues to stand proud and protect Floridians every day.
The Product: GSX Module System | Custom Long Span Structure
The invisible tech
Microsoft Silicone Valley Campus
Palo Alto, California
The Challenge: Match sleek, high-end architecture where standard commodity solar was not an option.
The Solution: Custom architectural modules aligned with the campus palette and invisible solar racking integrates seamlessly into the existing façade – curating calming, bright yet shaded areas throughout the corporate campus. Employees are able to roam campus comfortably come rain or shine!
The Product: GSX Module System
The power sweep
Under Armour Headquarters
Baltimore, Maryland
The Challenge: A high visibility, curved structure that is a statement to the new headquarters mission for progress.
The Solution: Architectural solar panels that are able to be customized in order to fit the ‘wave’ structure above the stadium seats. Patrons and visitors can watch the action without fear of exposure to the elements. This means longer enjoyment and less sunburns!
The Product: LSX Module System
The resilient trellis
Daniel K. Akaka VA Clinic
Kapolei, Hawaii
The Challenge: Complex building constraints and tropical weather conditions while maintaining architectural continuity.
The Solution: Lumos provided custom non-functional infill panels which integrated seamlessly with functional Vision Modules to create continuous, weatherproof awnings, allowing architectural freedom, so our honored veterans can access care easily and in comfort.
The Product: Vision Module System
The solar bowl
NRG Stadium
Houston, Texas
The Challenge: When you are building for an NFL stadium, the structure cannot just be functional; it has to be monumental. It also needs to provide shade for thousands of tailgaters without obstructing the flow of massive crowds and vehicles.
The Solution: We deployed our LSX Modules to create a marquee weatherproof entry solar canopy to cover this stunning design that is curved in multiple axes. This unique solution allowed us to cover the entryway with minimal column interruptions. Transforming a brutal heat island into a shaded, energy producing, comfortable fan experience.
The Product: LSX Module System
The structured shade
San Diego State University
San Diego, California
The Challenge: California heat is intense, shade is rare. SDSU wanted to create shaded spaces where students and faculty could enjoy being outside without being exposed to harsh weather, while simultaneously demonstrating a commitment to a sustainable future.
The Solution: Solar shade structures optimizing underused overhead spaces. Now a welcoming environment, providing much needed shade, sustainable energy, and exemplifying to students the power of architectural solar and the future of design.
The Product: LSX Module System, Vision Module System
The performance curve
Porsche Experience Center North America
Atlanta, Georgia
The Challenge: Connect corporate campus and test tracks via walkways and carports to protect Porsche employees, guests and vehicles from heat and rain exposure.
The Solution: Our Vision Modules were the perfect choice with multiple light transmittance options, concealed conductors and junction boxes, and serious durability. For the walkways, we created a curved SolarScape structure that follows the existing contours of the site, protecting employees and visitors exploring the campus while elevating the architectural space.
The Product: Vision Module System | SolarScape Carports and Walkways