The Vision For this customer, net-zero design was a non-negotiable. Having created the first completely off grid restaurant in Hawai’i they knew how beautiful it could be and the impact it could have on the community. And with the help of some of the most experienced off grid designers, at Hawaii Off Grid, the possibilities… Read More
Evolving for Integration Advanced Roofing began in Fort Lauderdale, FL in 1983 as a roofing contractor serving the Southeast. As interest in clean energy grew, the company expanded into solar and founded Advanced Green Technologies (AGT) in 2007. Today, AGT focuses exclusively on commercial and industrial solar projects throughout the Southeast. The company has grown… Read More
Where heritage meets innovation Since 1917, Benson Polytechnic High School has been preparing students for an ever-modernizing world. As technology advances, schools continue to update how they teach. However, many campuses still rely on buildings and infrastructure designed decades ago. Benson Polytechnic High School chose a different path. To honor the origins of this historic… Read More
Sarasota’s New County Administrative Center is almost completed! The new building will span 124,000 square feet. And offers a view of the beautiful Celery Fields from the back terrace. Those who visit or work at the Center will be greeted by a stunning solar-shaded walkway as they walk from their car into the building. Lumos… Read More
In the News: Castle Pub Adds Solar Canopy to Historic Property Tick Tock Energy recently announced the completion of a solar canopy at Castle Pub in Mattoon, Illinois. The project features a Lumos SolarScape structure that expands the pub’s outdoor gathering space and generates clean energy. The installation supports a larger effort to enhance the… Read More
One of our most inspiring projects will be featured on this season of ByDesign America! When we collaborated with Karyn Lee at Ferraro Choi and Associates on the Daniel K Akaka VA Clinic on Oahu, HI, we knew it would be a special build. With multiple awards for health facility design, Karyn’s vision is clear,… Read More
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