Traditional solar installations often involve mounting panels on rooftops or deploying large-scale ground-mounted arrays. Lumos recognized the increasing demand for renewable energy and the need to optimize urban space and pioneered a solution. Now, Lumos’ patented architectural solar design products reinvent the solar industry’s boundaries and use existing space for shade and solar.
Lumos’ architectural solar solutions integrate frameless photovoltaic (PV) modules directly into structures, buildings, and architectural plans to achieve unparalleled energy performance and an unprecedented aesthetic. Among the most innovative and effective applications are our solar carports, canopies, awnings, walkways, pergolas, and the increasingly popular building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), including curved and vertical facades.
Our distinct solar module systems – the Vision Module System and ClearVision Module System – allow a vast array of customizations creating unique combinations of solar power and shade. These module systems elevate the solar game with weatherproofing options, exceptional durability and glass-on-glass bifacial modules, which capture sunlight from both sides to enhance efficiency.
The evolution of solar technology has moved far beyond conventional rooftop panels, and iconic brands and companies have embraced Lumos’ architectural solar solutions. Discover how Lumos architectural solar designs can add cutting-edge technology and aesthetic elements to your projects.
Architectural solar combines aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability, offering a range of benefits for buildings and outdoor spaces. Here’s a breakdown of the key advantages:
Building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV) take solar technology to the next level. They embed PV modules directly into a building’s envelope. Instead of traditional cladding materials, these structures use solar panels as an essential component of the building’s design.
One of the most exciting trends in architectural solar is the development of vertical solar facades. While rooftop solar is limited by space and orientation, vertical facades provide an opportunity to capture energy from sunlight throughout the day, particularly in densely populated cities where rooftop access is constrained.
As technology advances, transparent and colored PV solutions are making vertical solar facades an attractive choice for architects and developers looking to meet sustainability goals while maintaining design flexibility.
As cities push toward net-zero energy targets and businesses look for sustainable solutions, architectural solar is positioned to play a crucial role in the future of the built environment. Advancements in module efficiency, durability, and design customization, provide endless possibilities for integrating solar power into everyday structures.
From solar carports and pergolas to vertical facades and transparent PV glass, architectural solar is transforming buildings into energy-generating assets. These innovations not only reduce reliance on fossil fuels but also enhance urban landscapes with sustainable, aesthetically pleasing solutions. As adoption grows, the built environment will evolve into a more self-sufficient, clean energy-powered ecosystem that benefits businesses, communities, and the planet alike.
Lumos also offers AIA CE credits to learn more about integrating solar into architectural designs. AIA is a great resource for bringing the latest design elements to your projects.