The kitchen is often called the heart of the home, and for good reason. As central part of everyday life, blending warmth, love, and community - what if there was a way to make this beloved space even better? There is: by installing a Solatube skylight.
Natural light has long been a cornerstone of good home design - but its advantages extend well beyond aesthetics. While everyone knows it helps a room look brighter, its true benefits go a lot deeper - impacting everything from our health to our productivity.
Installing a skylight is a great way to bring natural light and fresh air into your home, but it's not as simple as cutting a hole in your roof and popping one in. Skylight installation requires precision and expertise.
Skylights are a wonderful way to bring natural light into your home, but they do require a little bit of regular maintenance to stay in great condition. Fortunately, the Solatube team is here to point you in the right direction!
Your home is your sanctuary. It’s where you relax, recharge, and create memories. And if you’re looking for a way to elevate both the style and functionality of your living space, skylights might be the perfect solution. Why? Well, because they can bring the beauty of natural light into your home - creating brighter, more inviting spaces that feel larger and more welcoming.
Solatube International's new photovoltaic systems at its two facilities are exemplifying Planet Passionate and achieving net-zero energy.
Do you or someone you love suffer from allergies, asthma, or another health issue that affects your quality of life at home? Or maybe you're just looking for ways to make your living space healthier as a preventative measure, because, let's face it, improving your home environment is always a good idea.
Skylights are a fantastic way to bring natural light into your home. They make rooms feel larger, brighter, and more inviting. But not every room is ideal for skylights. So, where should you install them to get the most benefit? Here’s what the Solatube team recommends:
Your home is your haven - the place where you feel most at peace and truly yourself. But if your living environment is starting to feel a bit outdated or uninspired, it might be time for a refresh.
When it comes to bringing natural light into a home, both traditional skylights and tubular daylighting devices such as Solatube systems offer valuable solutions. However, the two systems differ significantly in design, functionality, and overall impact on a space. While both approaches bring sunlight indoors, each has distinct advantages and limitations based on specific needs.
Is your home living up to its full potential? Often, what’s missing isn’t more square footage or a new coat of paint - it’s natural light.
Imagine a home that not only looks stunning but also works smarter to save energy and reduce costs. By combining skylights and solar panels, you can create a space that harnesses the power of the sun for both natural light and renewable energy.
In today's fast-paced world, many people spend much of their day indoors, often under artificial lighting. While modern lighting solutions can effectively illuminate spaces, they often lack the qualities of natural daylight that human beings need. Incorporating natural daylighting into your home or workspace, such as an innovative solution like a Solatube tubular skylight, not only brightens the environment but can also improve mood, boost productivity, and enhance overall health.
Home improvements aren’t just about aesthetics - they’re also about creating a space that feels better to live in. Skylights offer a unique blend of style and practicality, flooding your house with natural light while reducing your reliance on artificial lighting.
Indoor plants can bring life, beauty, and cleaner air into any space - but their growth and health heavily depend on one incredibly important factor: natural light. While artificial light can certainly help, nothing quite matches the sun’s natural rays when it comes to supporting vibrant plant life. Of course, not all homes have sufficient access to natural light through traditional windows. That is where skylights come into play.
Use this room-by-room guide to use Solatube tubular skylights to fill your home with cohesive natural light.
2024 has been a great year for Solatube International, marked by a series of prestigious awards that highlight our commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in daylighting solutions. From innovative product advancements to inspiring project contributions, here are the highlights of our award-winning year:
Discover how cutting-edge daylighting solutions have opened up exciting possibilities for retrofitting and adaptive reuse.
Bathrooms have come a long way, beyond just functional spaces. Discover what you need to include in your bathroom renovation.
When it comes to modern home design, natural light is no longer just an afterthought. It is a vital feature that shapes the look, feel, and function of the spaces we inhabit. From improving mood and boosting productivity to reducing energy costs, natural light has far-reaching benefits that go well beyond aesthetics.
Natural lighting has long been a cornerstone of great home design because it brings warmth, beauty, and energy efficiency to our living spaces. But as we step into 2025, it’s clear that the world of natural lighting is evolving. With advancements in technology, the creation of new materials, and an increasing emphasis on sustainability, the possibilities for enhancing and expanding how we use and enjoy natural light are growing like never before.
If you have ever felt a drop in energy, mood, or motivation as the days grow shorter, you are not alone. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a health condition that impacts millions of Americans – causing symptoms of depression during fall and winter when natural light is hard to come by.
Indoor plants can bring life, beauty, and cleaner air into any space - but their growth and health heavily depend on one incredibly important factor: natural light.
Skylights are a fantastic way to bring natural light into your home. They make rooms feel larger, brighter, and more inviting.
Discover Kingspan Light, Air + Water partnership with Just a Drop to support essential water and sanitation initiatives in Kenya.
There are a lot of myths and misconceptions about skylights that leave homeowners hesitant to install them. At Solatube, we have heard them all - from concerns about leaks to fears about skyrocketing energy bills and everything in between.
Discover how Solatube tubular skylights can transform your home with natural lighting, improving your mood and wellbeing.
So, you have made the decision to install Solatube skylights at your property, and you are ready to start enjoying all the benefits they bring - more natural light, improved energy efficiency, and a fresher atmosphere in your space. But first, you need to make it through the installation process, and you probably have some questions about how that’s going to work, such as:
If you work from home, creating an office that enhances your productivity and comfort is crucial. But what steps should you take to make that happen? Well, at Solatube, we recommend starting by incorporating more natural light into your workspace.
So, you have made the decision to install Solatube skylights at your property, and you are ready to start enjoying all the benefits they bring - more natural light, improved energy efficiency, and a fresher atmosphere in your space. But first, you need to make it through the installation process, and you probably have some questions about how that’s going to work, such as:
The first step in Solatube’s light-capturing process begins with its innovative dome, the Raybender® 3000. It utilizes a Fresnel lens, the same type of lens used in lighthouses, to amplify light over great distances. The Fresnel lens allows Raybender® 3000 to capture sunlight from low angles in the morning and evening when the sun is closer to the horizon and redirect it into your home. During midday, when the sun is at its highest and most intense, Raybender® 3000 will reject overpowering sunlight
For homeowners looking to increase the value of their property, maximizing natural light is often an effective, yet underappreciated, strategy. Solatube skylights, with their ability to open up a room and flood it with sunlight, offer a striking improvement that can pay dividends when it’s time to sell.
Achieving a LEED certification for a building is a prestigious mark of sustainability and environmental responsibility. Short for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, LEED is the world's most widely recognized green building rating system.
It's easy to overlook the air we breathe, but proper home ventilation is essential for both your health and home.
Many homeowners want to reduce their environmental impact for both eco-conscious and budgetary reasons. One of the most effective ways to make your home more sustainable is to reduce your dependence on artificial light by incorporating more natural light sources.
Solatube skylights pioneer daylighting technology not just because of how these innovative skylights harness and deliver light but also because of their incredible versatility.
When it comes to bringing natural light into your home, many homeowners consider installing a skylight. Installing a window in the roof is a great way to let sunlight pour into a room.
Many homeowners don’t consider installing a skylight because of the concern that it will make their home less energy-efficient. But in fact, Solatube’s Residential Skylights can reduce energy bills. Not only does a Solatube skylight make your home look brighter and more inviting, but it also increases energy efficiency.
On September 25, 2024, 18 architectural professionals and 60 design students for seminars on daylighting innovations and AI in architecture.
Discover how Solatube International is embracing Inclusive design in our daylighting solutions assisting in creating welcoming spaces.
Maximize natural light with Solatube tubular skylights for better mood, sleep, and energy efficiency—reduce reliance on electric lighting.
Discover why and how to utilize Solatube Tubular Daylight Devices (TDDs) for Commercial Buildings.
Discover the benefits of residential passive house design and how Solatube products enhance energy efficiency and comfort. Learn about tubular skylights, whole house fans, attic fans and garage fans for a brighter, more sustainable home.
Discover how Solatube Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs) are transforming spaces in the latest edition of its Commercial Design Collection
Discover how to unlock the health benefits of natural light for your home with Solatube Tubular Skylights.
Beat the heat with the New Solatube ClimaSense™ Series Solar-Powered Attic and Garage Fans that runs all day and into the night.
As the final jewel in a trio of new regional libraries for the City of Louisville, the Northeast Regional Library in Lyndon, Kentucky, faced unique challenges. The design team needed to create a cost-effective, energy-efficient building with ample natural daylight. To achieve this, the architects turned to Solatube Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs).
Summer is around the corner, and so are those high electricity bills. Discover how you can still lower your electric bill this summer.
As the industry continues to evolve, the future of sustainable restaurant design will rely on the integration of modular construction and daylighting.
This Earth Day, take a pause and focus on our planet and how Solatube is getting involved in protecting it, here at home and globally.
Discover how Solatube Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs) provide versatile daylight solutions tailored to elevate sports and recreation centers.
It may be surprising, but indoor air quality is worse than outdoor air quality. Learn how Solatube can help to combat this issue.
Kingspan is delighted to be partnering up with Buildner, the world’s leading organiser of architectural competitions, for the MICROHOME Kingspan architecture competition. The partnership symbolises a shared commitment to drive forward sustainable and innovative architectural design, without being restricted by size.
As spring arrives, it's the perfect time to detox your home and boost its energy efficiency. From filtering your water to welcoming in more sunlight, simple changes can make a big difference in the health and comfortability of your home.
Learn the importance of adaptive reuse and how daylighting has been used to design new community beacons from abandoned old buildings.
If you’re a homeowner struggling with dark spaces in your home that desperately need natural light, you’re not the only one. Luckily, there’s a quick and easy solution – Solatube Tubular Skylights.
Today, Solatube International is proud to announce the launch of our new Sustainability Page on the solatube.com website. Our new Solatube Sustainability Page is a testament to our commitment to inspiring architects, design professionals and builders to envision spaces that not only captivate building occupants but also contribute to a greener world.
In the pursuit of a brighter and more vibrant lifestyle, harnessing the power of natural daylight through a Solatube tubular skylight can transform your home and well-being. Tubular skylights offer a multitude of advantages that extend beyond simple illumination.
As we bid farewell to 2023, we proudly reflect on some of our achievements at Solatube this year. We’re honored to have received over ten awards and certifications for our innovative daylighting solutions. These awards recognize our contributions to architecture, construction and manufacturing, highlighting our commitment to sustainable practices.
Located in Carlsbad, California, Emmy award-winning producer Mark Allen began researching lighting solutions for his office, Scratch Media, with the goal of bringing an affordable, energy-efficient daylighting solution to the space. Based on the quality, reputation, reviews and product catalog, Solatube was his final decision. Allen had eighteen tubular skylights installed at the Scratch Media office in order to properly daylight the space and create a healthy and inspiring office environment.
DIY and home decor influencer, Sarah McGill, shares her journey of installing two Solatube tubular skylights in her family's bonus room.
Solatube International recently had the privilege of hosting the 2023 Scouts BSA "STEM" Merit Badge Day at our headquarters in Vista, California. It was a day filled with inspiration and learning as we welcomed the SDIC Palomar Zone scouts, their parents and program staff to our bustling hub of STEM activity.
Thanks to advancements in daylighting technology, Solatube was able to create a skylight that can introduce natural light to virtually any space in your home. See how Solatube tubular skylights were able to turn six sunless spaces into bright, inviting havens that not only save energy but also enhance the well-being and aesthetics of your living environment.
The 2023 Greenbuild International Conference & Expo was a testament to the industry's commitment to building transformation and sustainability. Solatube International and Kingspan Light + Air were proud participants in this transformative event, and we look forward to a brighter, more sustainable future as we continue to bring natural daylight into homes and commercial facilities worldwide. Thank you for your support and for sharing in our vision of a greener tomorrow.
In celebration of Solatube International's first-ever Planet Passionate Day, a dedicated team of over 80 employees from our headquarters and manufacturing facility undertook a transformative mission, resulting in the collection of nearly 500 pounds of trash from our local community.
Provide energy-efficient natural lighting with Solatube tubular skylights to dark spaces throughout the home.
Featured on HGTV, Elle Decor and Open House TV, Lisa Kanegae knows a thing or two about design. Eight years ago, Lisa she found herself concerned when she and her husband found themselves falling in love with a beautiful house that had little natural light. As someone who thrives with natural light, Lisa was hesitant about purchasing the house until she stumbled upon a game-changing solution: Solatube tubular skylights.
In this blog, we will explore the advantages of commercial modular buildings over conventional construction methods, and shed light on the versatility and synergistic benefits of combining modular building and tubular daylighting to create dynamic environments that enhance productivity, well-being and energy efficiency.
The Solatube Powered Garage Fan with Comfort Control remote is an eco-friendly solution that offers homeowners a convenient way to combat heat and eliminate odors, creating a comfortable and functional space.
June 21 marks National Daylight Appreciation Day, a special occasion that honors the summer solstice and invites everyone to recognize and celebrate the countless benefits of sunlight. As we bask in the longest day of daylight in the northern hemisphere, it's the perfect time to appreciate the positive impact of natural daylight in our lives.
As the scorching summer temperatures continue to rise, finding effective ways to beat the heat becomes a top priority for homeowners. We are proud to introduce our highly anticipated Engineered Performance Series (EPS) Whole House Fans. This cutting-edge addition to Solatube's product lineup showcases their unwavering dedication to providing state-of-the-art home service technology, ensuring unparalleled customer experiences.
Solatube International made the local San Diego news for hosting the Scouts BSA “Be Safe” merit badge day. More than 70 Scouts (boys and girls) earned their Safety, Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness merit badges.
Just like humans, animals need ample natural light for a happy and healthy life.
Kingspan Insulated Panels and Solatube International’s parent company, Kingspan Light + Air, hosted a networking event at the Brizo Rooftop Terrace at the Residence Inn Marina del Rey, introducing Seabin and Kingspan's Planet Passionate campaign to Los Angeles’ green building professionals. The event aimed to create a platform for like-minded individuals to connect and learn more about innovative solutions for environmental sustainability.
Soak in the benefits of free, natural solar power from nature’s original light source. This Earth Day, Solatube International is looking to bring more natural daylight into homes everywhere to not only save money and energy but improve the quality of life for homeowners as well.
Over the years, homeowners have craved naturally-lit spaces, even before studies proved the health benefits that daylight has on us. Since early skylights suffered performance issues, many homeowners have veered away from them. Thankfully, recent advances in daylighting technology have opened up a range of possibilities for the future of daylighting.
retrofit Magazine Editor Christina Koch shares her experience installing three Solatube tubular skylights in her home.
Today’s residential lighting considerations go beyond decorative fixtures. When designing your home, it is important to think carefully and deliberately about your lighting plan. Natural lighting can not only make your home more eco-friendly and energy efficient, but it can also have great benefits for your physical and mental health.
Are you tired of dark, dingy rooms in your home? Do you want a cost-effective and environmentally-friendly way to improve your indoor lighting? Look no further than Solatube Daylighting.
The team at Daylight Specialists installed three Solatube SolaMaster 750s in each of the six classrooms. In hopes of maximizing the functionality of each classroom, even on those dark cloudy days, they also installed integrated LED light kits. This allowed the space to be lit regardless of the amount of daylight available while providing a cleaner look on the ceiling.
Since acquiring SolatubeInternational and MajorIndustries,Inc., Kingspan Light + Air is now proud to offer a full range of standard and custom daylighting solutions, setting a higher standard for the quality and versatility of daylighting technology and integrated design solutions.
"I had this beautiful remodeled and open space, but you couldn't see half of it because of how dark it was. "When I woke up in the morning, I wanted to be greeted by this flood of natural light in every part of the loft..." Nelson quickly set up a free design consultation.
As we kick off the new year, we would like to look back at some of the achievements our team at Solatube International accomplished in 2022. We strive to bring the most advanced and cutting-edge daylighting products to the market, and we are honored for the various recognition those products have received this year.
As a part of the Kingspan Light + Air family, Solatube is proud to participate in Kingspan’s global Planet Passionate initiative – a sustainability program to help reduce the world’s carbon emissions by 45% by 2030.
We are proud to announce that our SolaMaster 750 DS-O ICC 500 Storm Shelter-compliant daylighting system was selected as the winner of the 2022 A4LE Solution Provider Award. The Solution Provider Award, sponsored by the Association for Learning Environments, is designed to spotlight innovation in materials, technology, products, and services that are critical elements in defining healthy, high-performance schools.
On October 13, our team at Solatube International will be joining Kingspan Light + Air for the Patagonia X Seabin Santa Monica community event at the Patagonia Santa Monica Store, located at 1345 3rd St, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA.
Being a part of the Kingspan Light + Air family, Solatube is proud to join Kingspan’s global Planet Passionate initiative - a sustainability program to help reduce the world's carbon emissions by 45% by 2030.
Bill Nye, world-famous “science guy,” uses Solatube Daylighting to naturally illuminate his Solar Noon Clock.
Save energy, spend less on utilities and remove old, hot and stale trapped air. Our Solatube ventilation systems unite advanced motor technologies with progressive designs, to deliver big power and exceptional performance in the home.
With costs rising every day, it’s more crucial than ever to save money where you can. Eliminating unnecessary purchases, subscriptions, or cutting back on eating out are all great ways to start. However, if you want to save money for the long term, investing in sustainable home upgrades is the way to go.
A new movement from natural sustainability to human sustainability is seen as the third evolution of green design.
5 energy-efficient products for your home. Investing in energy-saving features for your home today will pay off for decades to come.
The positive impact of daylight on the human body is undeniable. Each day, new research, case studies, design guides and design standards magnify the importance of daylight as a source of interior lighting that drives human health, productivity and happiness.
The summer months are rapidly approaching, and in certain parts of the United States, this can mean some extremely hot temperatures!
With the many options available for skylights, picking the perfect model for your home can be daunting. Don't fret! Our daylighting experts are able to guide you towards a skylight suitable for your location, rood and lifestyle. Read our guide below to learn what to consider when picking a skylight and accessories.
Learn about how the Solatube SkyVault Series transformed the lives of the Komodo dragons at the Woodland Park Zoo.
Together, homeowners can live every day as if it is Earth Day through the investment of "green" daylighting and ventilation solutions in the home.
There are many other benefits of natural light that aren’t covered in this blog post, but these are just a few of the most popular ones. So if you’re thinking about adding more natural light to your home, then we encourage you to do so. You won’t be disappointed with the results.
Harnessing natural light is changing the way we shop due in part to the psychological benefits of incorporating natural light into the built environment. According to scientific evidence, a 40% increase in retail sales can be achieved with precisely positioned daylighting systems.
2020 and 2021 set records for home renovations across the United States; homeowners emerging from a post-lockdown era are citing mental health strain and a need for change as causes for the boom in improvements. At the forefront of this renovation revolution, Solatube International Inc., the world’s-leading manufacturer and marketer of tubular daylighting devices (TDDs), spearheads the innovative home enterprise with its energy-efficient and cost-friendly daylighting solutions.
“Sticky Spaces” is a new concept that didn’t exist a decade ago. It involves creating new spaces (or redesigning old spaces) which can become a place where the usually separate elements of ‘living’ and ‘learning’ become inextricably intertwined.
How do you fix a dark hallway? Solatube tubular skylights to brighten and open the space, the right coat of paint and more!
How to group Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs) together to minimize rooftop apertures while creating beautiful, fully daylit interior spaces.
~from the entire team at Solatube International, Inc.
Solatube International Launches Flame-Resistant Skylight. If you live in or work near a wildfire-prone area, our new Solatube tubular skylight rooftop fire glazing accessory—available for both residential and commercial applications—is a daylighting solution that can help give you peace of mind.
Is your home about to transform into a guest inn for family members and friends during the holiday season? Or are you hosting guests for a big holiday dinner? Either way, we know that whether you've done it once or a dozen times, prepping for the holidays can be stressful — there’s no doubt about that. Follow these expert tips to get your home guest-ready and make your home shine.
We want to take the time to thank our Solatube family and every customer that has helped us get to this point. From Australia to the United States to Europe and beyond, our employees, partners, and customers all around the world are at the core of Solatube International’s success. You all have helped in this achievement, and we look forward to revealing future innovations and bringing daylight to facilities across the world. Keep reading if you want to learn more about the awards we won!
Adding a few “green” touches to your home can add tremendous value to your property without breaking the bank. The installation of solar lighting is a great example of a small investment that can have a major impact not only on energy savings but also on how your house will present to buyers when you decide to sell one day. Find out how an upgrade to your residential lighting system using Solatube products can increase the wow factor of your biggest investment!
The desire to conserve electricity and protect our natural environment has spawned countless innovations in eco-friendly home lighting. But the future isn't low-energy LED bulbs or fluorescent lights — it's the Solatube skylight. Our solar lighting uses cutting-edge technology to harness, redirect, and amplify the power of natural light to brighten up the darkest places in your home in any season.
Today, we break down the top six myths about skylights including "Skylights probably leak at some point" and "There's no way to turn off the light". Read all the answers to these popular questions and concerns.
Solatube's SolaMaster 750 DS-O has endured the stringent testing of ICC 500 and is the only top lighting solution to achieve ICC 500 / P 361 storm shelter compliance without the need for additional penetration protection.
Solatube introduces an innovative way to bring natural light into your home where you need it, but that's not all Solatube can do. These are some of the Solatube accessories you can use to keep your space comfortable and bright at any time of day or night.
Solatube's practical and powerful natural lighting systems work great in any setting, from massive office buildings and basketball courts to the smallest, most intimate spaces in your home. By installing daylighting in your bedroom, bathroom, and closet, you can make natural light part of your daily wake-up routine.
Read our blog to learn how tubular skylights are lighting up homes around the world with their smart and sophisticated style.
Three young entrepreneurs evolved into cutting-edge daylighting products that continue to deliver energy-efficient solutions that inspire and shine pure, natural light in residential and commercial spaces across the world.
Solatube Home is the residential installation division of Solatube International and is proud to be part of the legacy, delivering beautiful natural light to homeowners throughout Southern California.
When you think of a light catcher, you probably envision a colorful ornament hung in a window to reflect the sun's rays. But for us, this phrase means something slightly different - a revolutionary alternative to traditional skylights.
While electricity and energy usage continues to be a costly burden for the U.S. population, Solatube International Inc., is providing a cost-friendly and energy-efficient solution with its tubular skylights, helping homeowners save money and create healthy home environments.
When it comes to operating costs, even the most advanced light bulb cannot compete with an age-old natural resource--sunlight. And budget-minded homeowners are now realizing that in order to keep their energy costs to an absolute minimum, there's no better strategy than to forgo electric lights during the day.
At Solatube, we remain committed to delivering the most advanced, energy-efficient daylighting technology on the market. So, we couldn’t help ourselves when we discovered a new technology that would allow us to bring unprecedented control and unparalleled performance to Solatube Daylighting Systems. Introducing our newest technology innovation for our commercial product line, the OptiView® Shaping Diffusers.
The 2021 hurricane season is upon us, and once again, the US can expect an above-average season. The experts at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predict anywhere from 6-10 hurricanes with 3-5 of those at a CAT 3 level or higher.
If you add the right size attic fan and the right number of attic fans to your home they can make a tremendous difference in lowering the temperature in your attic and in your home. Want to keep your house comfortable year-round while protecting the attic and roof from a battery of hazards? An attic fan may be just what you're looking for.
Being the worldwide leading manufacturer and marketer of Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs), our team at Solatube International Inc. is used to brightening people’s lives with our energy-efficient Tubular Skylights. But today, Solatube is lending support to communities near and far and serving up hope by donating our shipping facility to Second Serve.
See how tubular skylights can be the unifying solution to making aesthetic home improvements, décor style functionality while keeping up with new design trends.
Integrating Solatube with ClimateStudio’s analysis tool means that design professionals can now quickly and easily simulate the performance of Solatube Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs) to capture, transfer and deliver controlled daylight to artfully illuminate nearly any interior space.
See how interior design Instagram blogger Kay Volmar transformed her outdated guest suite into a bright, cozy and welcoming space for friends and family.
Read about the history of Solatube Home and what led to becoming a "Top 20 Franchise of 2021".
The coronavirus has impacted people across the world, physically, emotionally and mentally. With the stressors and obstacles the pandemic has brought upon us, mental health problems have increased heavily. If you haven’t been feeling your best self recently, there are a few things you can do that are easier to incorporate into your daily routine than you’d imagine!
The primary goal of designing for adaptability and flexibility is to lengthen a building’s lifespan to accommodate changing socio-economic and environmental conditions, enabling the building to evolve over time as the user needs change.
The first Solatube product was sold in 1991 and today more than 2 million people have improved their homes with Solatube tubular skylights.... From residential to commercial, each Solatube installation has helped to conserve resources and protect the environment for a better future.
We are proud to announce that we have been named the winner of the 2020 A4LE Solution Provider Award for our Solatube Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs) and Integrated LED Light Kit. The annual award, sponsored by the Association for Learning Environments, recognizes companies and products that have a profound effect on students, faculty and learning outcomes by creating safe, sustainable, healthy, high performance learning environments. What are TDDs exactly? Cost-effective, energy-...
Nothing can be more beautiful and energy-efficient than having natural light illuminating the home. For those who are looking for a way to take a space in the home from dark and dreary to bright and cheery, look no further. With Solatube tubular skylights homeowners can decorate the entire home with natural light in every room and create a happy, vibrant and healthy home environment in just two hours.
Solatube is committed to lending support to all of our communities, near and far. As cases of the coronavirus continue to rise in Kiambu, Kenya, Governor James Nyoro knew he needed to do something to handle the growing numbers and ease the pressure off of the Kiambu level 5 hospital that has been overwhelmed by COVID-19 patients. In a record time of 10-weeks, a new COVID-19 Isolation Center was built. The new 104-bed facility, known as the Tigoni Medical Center, is fully equipped with an...
We are proud to announce that the Golden Bridge Awards has named the Solatube Solar-Powered Daylight Dimmer a Gold winner in the 12th Annual 2020 Golden Bridge Business and Innovation Awards®. The coveted annual Golden Bridge Awards program recognizes and honors the world’s best in organizational performance, products and services, innovations, executives and management teams, women in business and the professions, case studies and successful deployments, public relations and marketing...
As we all spend more time indoors, we feel the need to connect with nature more than ever before. And because of this, in the building industry, biophilic designs have rapidly increased. What is Biophilic Design? Biophilic office design refers to an increasing trend of bringing the outdoors indoors and increasing occupants connectivity to the natural environment through the use of direct and indirect nature elements. This includes introducing natural daylight, plants, vegetative or green...
This holiday season, show family how much they are cared for by gifting something they can use all year long. As the holidays approach, many people wonder what to get for their family and friends. Everyone wants to give gifts that make a strong and lasting impression. So what better way to show loved ones that they are treasured than by giving a gift that can be used all year long? The tubular skylight by Solatube International is an advanced, innovative daylighting system that’s sure to...
For homeowners and renters alike, smart homes are a great solution that offers convenience, functionality and increased security. And with the holidays approaching, now is the perfect time to find out more about what smart home technology can do. Here are four of the hottest trends in smart home safety and security.
As everyone slowly returns to the office, rightly so, the number one thought on every building owner's mind is how to keep occupants safe. But is that all they should be thinking about? While keeping offices clean and encouraging social distancing should remain a top priority, we also have to remember the coronavirus pandemic has impacted employee mood and drive. Now is the time for owners to creatively think of ways to make the office a more comfortable and productive space that promotes both...
Love filling the home with natural light, but want the ability to adjust the brightness? Solatube® International Inc., the worldwide leading manufacturer and marketer of tubular skylights, is proud to introduce its Solar-Powered Daylight Dimmer System. The innovative and energy-efficient Solar-Powered Daylight Dimmer allows users to adjust the amount of natural light in their space from bright to dark, and everything in between. Designed for maximum comfort and ease of use, the Solar-Powered...
Solatube International is proud to announce that Solatube Home was voted best local skylight company Residents have voted and the results are in! We are excited to announce that Solatube Home has been voted the Best Skylight Company in The San Diego Union-Tribune Readers Poll. The poll is the longest-running contest of its kind in Southern California. Over one million voters cast their votes based on their opinions of the quality of products and services provided and, on with whom they...
Home Improvement Projects That Promote Better Health As people spend more time at home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the desire to achieve a healthy, clean and safe home environment rapidly increases. Here are the hottest trends to improve happiness, remove toxins and add a touch of nature to any space for a healthier home environment. Tubular Skylights Natural light is an important improvement that not only affects the livability of the home, but also physical and mental wellbeing, too...
A Sleek, Modern Tubular Skylight and Accessories for Residential Homes Solatube® International Inc., the worldwide leading manufacturer and marketer of tubular skylights, introduced its latest innovation, the residential Architect Series. Designed to provide aesthetic and architectural style, the new collection includes a Low Profile Collector and a full line of attractive Decorative Fixtures. “The Low Profile Collector delivers an attractive Architect Series upgrade to our standard...
With personal protective equipment (PPE) in short supply, Solatube International Inc., the worldwide leader of brightening people's lives through their innovative Tubular Skylights, pivoted to producing and donating vital face shields for frontline workers who are putting their lives on the line to help others during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Go Green – It’s good for the world and good for bringing in hotel guests. Sustainable tourism is not just a rising travel trend. Eco-consciousness is also quickly becoming a priority for hospitality leaders and hotel businesses around the world. This is due to the fact that tourism contributes to about 5% of global greenhouse gas emissions — a figure that Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership expects to grow by 130% by 2035. Fortunately, hoteliers have realized that...
Make your bathroom appear twice as large with these three clever visual tricks Poor lighting will make a small bathroom feel even more cramped than it already is. Luckily, with glare-free, balanced natural light and creative visual placements, you can quickly and easily transform your dark and dreary bathroom.
"Guest-ify your house." Prepping for the holidays can be stressful — there's no doubt about that. But with a little cheerful planning and a few updates, you can turn your home into a comfy and cozy space for guests. Follow these helpful tips to guide you down the right path for a stress-free holiday season:
The good news is there’s help. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to the changes in seasons. If you're like most people with SAD, your symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy, making you feel moody and causing you to withdraw socially. So, why do we get SAD? While researchers have yet to discover the specific cause for SAD, we do know one main source that causes us to feel this way: Lack of sunlight. The...
Did you know that by the time a student graduates from high school, she or he has spent 15,600 hours inside a school building? It is perhaps no surprise then, that classroom design has a significant impact on effective learning, as well as children’s health and well-being. Of all of the classroom design options available to improve student performance and health in today’s classrooms, it is access to daylight that has been proven to have the most positive effects. Why daylight?
Want to see how you can design with daylight in spaces that were once considered impossible? Here are five strategies you can incorporate into your building design to maximize the benefits of daylighting with Tubular Daylighting Devices (TDDs). Check out these amazing projects where architects have used Solatube Daylighting Systems with brilliant results.
Want to stay put? Here's how Solatube can help. As we age, a home that we have lived comfortably in for many years can become difficult to navigate. There’s a lot to think about when improving your home to create a safe environment that you can grow old in.
Inspiration can come from the most unlikely places. We are all constantly surrounded by creative design. Whether it’s via the route you take to work each day, the designs you review as a creative team or the places you head to outside of the office, there is never a lack of creative inspiration. One of the best kept secrets in design is utilizing daylight in creative ways in our environments.
Summer has plenty of pleasures to enjoy–but those sweltering dog days? Not so much. Get comfortable (without sending your electric bill soaring) with cool ventilation solutions for your home.
Looking for home improvement ideas? Most homeowners with an eye to sprucing things up often forget one important question: how bright is your home? A well-lit space makes all the difference when it comes to creating a cheerful and beautiful home. And brightness is not just about changing the kind of light bulbs you use — you need to look at the big picture. Here are a few ways to shed a little light on the subject.
Do you remember when you were a child, and you’d look out the window, yearning for recess to start so that you could play outdoors under the sun’s natural light? Well…as working adults, most of us experience the same feeling. Nobody likes being stuck in a dull, dark office setting. But can natural light actually help us be healthier? The answer is a resounding yes!
The evidence of the power of the sun is everywhere. It keeps our solar system together, provides warmth for all living things to grow and gives us beautiful light to see the wonders of the earth. Without it we would not exist.
Natural Light Found to Help Kill Bacteria Indoors. A recent health article on NPR’s site, entitled “Grandma Was Right: Sunshine Helps Kill Germs Indoors,” discusses a research study conducted by the University of Oregon to evaluate sunlight’s impact on dust and germs in an indoor space. According to the research, published in the journal Microbiome, “Rooms exposed to daylight have fewer germs. In fact, the study showed that the lit rooms had about half the viable bacteria (those that are able...
In the workplace, there are a lot of things that are provided as perks. But the one that bubbles to the top might not be what you’d expect. A recent Business Insider article cited a Future Workplace study for the Harvard Business Review that identifies natural light in the workplace as a major benefit for employees. In fact, the survey of 1,614 North American employees “found that ‘access to natural light and views of the outdoors’ was the most popular perk of all, beating out other things like...
Your garage can be a lot more than just a place to put your cars, store chemicals, smelly old sports equipment, and other stuff you never look at. It can actually be one of the coolest spaces in your house. You can use a garage for multiple things like a family movie room, classic car shop, fitness studio, or even a man cave, complete with a full bar, every kind of gaming, and maybe even your own sound stage. (Yes, we’ve been watching “I Love You, Man.”) Regardless of all the cool stuff you...
There has been a recent movement, seen through the #IndoorGeneration, that’s taking a look our current society and pointing out the issues surrounding our heavily indoor-based lifestyles. How heavy? Well, the average person believes they spend around only 67% of time indoors, when in actuality, they’re undershooting by a whopping (or disturbing) 23%. But the real issue is that as a result of the abundance of time we spend indoors, we are exposed to significantly negative effects
It’s hot. Like seriously hot. In your house. You know… that sweaty, uncomfortable, stick-to-everything kind of hot. Of course, there is relief. The old standby is air conditioning. But, the thing about standbys is that they are, in fact, old. And that usually comes with the downside of technology that’s stale. There is something that’s new, however.
Do you ever feel like as the work week goes on, you’re just getting dumber? You lose focus, you’re more tired and less productive. You might pass it off as just being distracted by thoughts of the weekend that lies ahead. Well, the bad news is that the dimly lit space that you work in really is affecting your mental capacity. A new study conducted by Michigan State University neuroscientists, noted in a recent Fast Company article, has yielded changes in the structure of lab rats’ brains when...
Skylights are great, right? They fill your room with a ton of natural light and keep you from having to use electricity to light your room during the day. Well, there are some things about installing skylights that may make you think twice about it. Here are 5 of the biggest ones: 1. Big Holes, Big Hassle The premise behind skylights is pretty simple: in order to bring a lot of light into your home, you need to cut big holes in your roof and ceilings to do it. The problem is that this...
So it’s a little dark in here… What’s the big deal, right? Well, when it comes to your bathroom, things can go drastically wrong when it’s not well lit. Here are a few things that top the list: 1. “The Joker” When it’s time to put on makeup, you don’t want to be doing it without good light. No one wants to think they’re looking super hot after they’ve “put their face on” and then go out and realize later that they’re having a Tammy Faye moment. Whether it’s avoiding the wrong shades or...
Here at Solatube, we’ve been innovators in daylighting systems for 25 years. And while it may not be apparent at first glance, there’s a whole lot of technology that goes into bringing bright, natural sunlight into your homes. In fact, over the years we’ve pioneered new and better ways to capture, transfer and deliver sunlight through our advanced domes, ultra-reflective tubing and customizable diffusers, just to name a few. And we aren’t stopping there. We’ve just introduced our newest...
“Home is where the heart is”, “Mi Casa es Su Casa”, “There’s no place like home”, “Home is where you hang your hat”, “You better be home in time for dinner” –Mom. There are so many great quotes about home; they could fill a thousand Pinterest boards. That’s right, a thousand. It’s a launch point for most of life’s adventures and a returning sanctuary for when life’s adventures become … well … too adventurous. Because “home” is such a powerful human concept, and because it means so much to...
Now that summer is here, the weather is warming up, and unfortunately, so is your home. Since most attics lack adequate ventilation, heat builds up between the ceiling and roof, making the entire house feel hotter. And if you have air conditioning, it has to work harder to keep you comfortable. But don’t worry. Solar Star Attic Fans are an easy solution. Here are six rock-solid reasons why they make sense (and cents): Operate for free: You read that right! The sun powers these fans. No...
National Inventors' Day celebrates those who have improved our world with their inventions. Here are a few of the great unknowns we're honoring.
Glare inside your home can cause you big headaches…literally. Find out how a Solatube Daylighting System can eliminate this issue and provide other perks too.