What the Project Is
SOLAXESS SA is a trusted partner specializing in BIPV elements, roofs, and active facades. This innovative project stems from a breakthrough nanotechnology film that transforms what once was considered impossible – white or colored solar panels – into aesthetically pleasing, active building elements. Based in Neuchâtel, Marin-Epagnier, Switzerland, the company caters to architects, developers, installers, and project owners around the globe. It all started as an idea that evolved into a revolutionary solution bridging renewable energy with creative design… the result is a product that seamlessly blends technology with visual appeal.
Main Benefit
Key figures and facts highlighting the benefits include:
- Swiss company established in January 2015 by Sébastien Eberhard and Olivier Gavillet.
- Uses a state-of-the-art nanotechnology film enabling both white and colored solar panels.
- Applicable to all types of panels – flat, curved, flexible, and lightweight.
- Integrates a total of seven patents from CSEM, ensuring top-notch innovation and reliability.
- Transforms a regular photovoltaic panel into an active façade element that is cost effective and durable.
Innovative Nanotechnology for Aesthetic Integration
This project brings a bold new vision to the solar panel industry by combining ingenious nanotechnology with functional design. The breakthrough technology allows the appearance of the panels to mirror that of noble materials, featuring a matt aspect and bright colors such as white, grey, or beige – yet without compromising power output. It is like having the best of both worlds: impressive aesthetic integration and optimized energy performance… the film is both adaptable and economical, offering a fresh way to incorporate renewable energy into modern construction.
Building a Sustainable Urban Landscape
In today’s construction projects, conventional passive façade elements like plaster, aluminium, or marble are increasingly giving way to innovative active building components. These new active façade elements, which not only produce energy but also meet rising aesthetic demands, mark a pivotal shift in architecture. There is a noticeable pause in the industry as designers take a moment to appreciate how this technology allows for a harmonious balance between visual appeal and technical progress – truly a step into a new era of building design that complies with emerging regulatory requirements.
Swiss Excellence and Continuous Innovation
Residing at the crossroads of high-tech and design excellence, the project is firmly anchored in Swiss innovation. The technology was collectively developed with expertise from the Swiss Center for Electronics and Microtechnology (CSEM), which has provided key patents that fuel the ongoing evolution of the product. This continued collaboration enables regular enhancements and the creation of new color variations that consistently meet the aesthetic and technical needs of the market. The excellence of Swiss design shines through in every element, showing that creativity and advanced functionality can coexist splendidly… every detail is a testament to high standards.
Project Impact
- Sustainable Development Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy – by turning building facades into energy producing elements.
- Sustainable Development Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – through the continuous development and optimization of the nanotechnology film.
- Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – by reinventing urban building envelopes for a greener future.
- Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – ensuring materials used are not only cost effective but also promote responsible design practices.
Future Horizons
The dynamic project is not just about current technological achievements; it is also a vision for the future of renewable energy integration into built environments. By transforming traditional solar panels into active and aesthetically pleasing building elements, SOLAXESS SA is leading a shift that redefines the relationship between design, sustainability, and energy production. This innovative approach inspires architects and project owners to think differently about construction design, making energy efficiency an integral part of building aesthetics. There is a subtle excitement as future horizons expand with each new color and design variant introduced. As architectural trends evolve and regulatory frameworks tighten, this solution stands out as a beacon of smart, sustainable innovation… highlighting a future where visual elegance and renewable energy merge.
