Envelon's solar modules for building integration were awarded Product Design of the Year at the renowned Architecture Masterprize 2022 at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain. The jury was particularly impressed by the fact that Envelon, unlike conventional solar systems, focuses exclusively on integration into building facades, combining high standards of aesthetics with electrical output. The evaluation was based on multiple award-winning designs by architect Peter Kuczia, such as the three-dimensional integration of solar modules into a covered cycle path.
Modular process built
Envelon produces solar modules in different colours, which are sold as frameless glass elements as a complete system. By doing so, the company reduces technical complexity and has built a simple modular process that activates the building facade in combination with an architectural expression.
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"Thanks to the system, the facade material, in addition to its conventional functions such as technology, protection and aesthetics, also creates added value for the building by converting sunlight into electricity," says Kuczia, explaining his multiple collaborations with Envelon.
Colour technology for complete freedom
Yet Envelon is still young in the BIPV industry. The company only started production this year in Hamlar, Bavaria. In addition to this production, however, the company also takes care of customised planning for the respective location and turnkey installation. These individually planned facade kits make the process very simple for the building owner and the architect.
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The colour technology Envelon uses in its crystalline solar modules gives builders and architects the creative freedom to express their unique aesthetics through a diverse colour palette. This is because an ultra-thin internal coating of the glass makes it possible to offer any colour. (su/mfo)
