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… Read More
Lōkahi Hawaii Off Grid (HIOG) approaches design differently. They are setting a new standard by treating renewable energy as a core element of their architecture rather than an afterthought. Since their foundation in 2015, Hawaii Off Grid’s projects have prioritized net-zero design. Without compromising aesthetics, their buildings offset as many emissions as they produce. Lumos… Read More
After integrating Lumos SolarScape shade structures into 15 Denver Public Schools, there is no doubt that solar and shade play a harmonious role in protecting students and their communities. This case study explores how solar shade structures benefit schools by shading their students, teachers, and playground equipment. Based on interviews from several school principals, it… Read More
Solar Demonstration In the heart of Lithium Valley is San Diego State University Brawley – home to SDSU’s Imperial Valley Sciences and Engineering Laboratories! Lithium is a key resource in the development of EV batteries. SDSU is committed to helping preserve that resource for a cleaner future. And they know textbooks can only teach so… Read More
School is cool Just like you were taught in school, we at Lumos Solar believe collaboration is the key to success. For Carolina Day School in Asheville, North Carolina that could not have been more true. While their students were preparing for another year of essays, exams, and presentations, we did a group project of… Read More
Where the wild solar things are Whether you are on a school field trip, first date, or family outing, most all of us have been sweating it out at the zoo – wondering how the animals can stand the heat! Lumos Solar has asked, and answered, that exact question with our beautiful solar shade structures. Zoos… Read More
Collaboration Behind the Solar Walkway Installation We at Lumos Solar are honored to contribute our architectural solar solutions to the Daniel K. Akaka VA Clinic. This beautiful healthcare facility was designed by Karyn Lee at Ferraro Choi. Karyn, Vice President and Principal Architect is known for her exquisite healthcare facility designs. The clinic design is… Read More