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title: "Case Study: Green Solution House VMS Case Study"
description: Green Solution House demonstrates a holistic approach to sustainable building. And VELUX modular skylights are a central element.
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# [Case Study: Green Solution House VMS Case Study](https://blog.veluxusa.com/commercial/blog-post-case-studies-1)

 Written by [VELUX Commercial](https://blog.veluxusa.com/commercial/author/velux-commercial) | Jul 29, 2020 5:00:00 PM

At the Green Solution House, every component in the building contributes to circular sustainability. The design of the entire building complex is based on the criteria of the Active House​ vision, inspired by the cradle-to-cradle life cycle concept, and certified to the high standards of the German Sustainable Building Council (DGNB). This is truly a one-of-a-kind design that will leave you in awe. 

Daylight plays an important role in the ambitious sustainability strategy of the hotel and conference center. In order to maximize daylight, 196 VELUX Modular Skylights (VMS) were installed in a [Ridgelight](https://www.veluxusa.com/professional/products/modular-skylights/ridgelight-25-40-degrees) configuration. These innovative skylights were installed in the large, inner courtyard and atrium. Here's a brief rundown of the green building design: 

- 196 VMS [Ridgelight 25-40° modules](https://www.veluxusa.com/professional/products/modular-skylights/ridgelight-25-40-degrees) provide large amounts of natural daylight to the interior courtyard.
- One third of the modular skylights are fitted with integrated photovoltaics to boost the building’s green profile and harness energy from the sun's rays.
- The building is designed for disassembly and constructed with recyclable materials.

The Green Solution House won the [Active House Label Award ](https://www.activehouse.info/cases/green-solution-house/)in 2016 and serves as an innovative example in sustainable building and living.

 

 

 

 

Take a look at the [video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiaIve4okoQ) that discusses the Green Solution House and the design inspiration behind the sustainable building plans. Want to know more about VELUX Commercial's sustainability? Take a look at some [sustainable commercial applications](https://www.veluxusa.com/professional/commercial/sustainability) or check out the VELUX [annual sustainability report](https://www.velux.com/our-company/sustainability/sustainability%20report) for more information. 

 

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