Velux announced its next-generation skylight won a Good Housekeeping 2026 Home Reno Award. The Velux Skylight System features a pre-installed, remote-controlled, solar-powered shade that reduces heat loss in winter and blocks heat gain in summer. Research shows that when the double-pleated, room-darkening solar shade is in the down position, it enhances thermal performance by up to 45% and blocks up to 19% more of the sun’s radiation.
Benefits of the skylight system
Available in both fixed and venting models, the Velux Skylight System brings light and air into any room. As homeowners increasingly prioritize wellness and smart home functionality, skylights are emerging as a key upgrade in renovation projects. The venting model of the Skylight System enhances indoor air quality by quickly refreshing stale indoor air, which the EPA reports is often two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. Studies show that skylights can help remove indoor pollutants up to 15 times faster than vertical windows alone. This natural ventilation, combined with abundant daylight, supports long-term wellness benefits, including improved mood, better sleep, and stronger immune function.
Additionally, homeowners can also automate operations with Velux ACTIVE, a smart home system that monitors indoor climate and adjusts skylights and shades to maintain optimal daylight, humidity, temperature and CO₂ levels.
