Solskin
Zurich Soft Robotics GmbH
Zurich, ZH, Switzerland
About
Founded in 2022, Solskin is a private headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland with approximately 50-200 employees specializing in Solar.
Solskin (developed by Zurich Soft Robotics GmbH) is an innovative climate-adaptive building envelope technology that integrates modular solar panels with intelligent shading and soft robotics actuators. The system uses advanced AI algorithms to respond dynamically to weather conditions, occupant needs, and building usage patterns. It generates renewable solar energy while simultaneously providing adaptive shading for thermal comfort and visual control. The patented hybrid hard-and-soft robotic drive enables operation in harsh weather conditions with minimal energy consumption. Solskin can be integrated into various facade types including glass, opaque surfaces, windows, balconies, skylights, and pergolas for both new buildings and retrofits. The technology has received multiple awards including the Red Dot Award: Design Concept 2024, Watt d'Or from the Swiss Federal Office of Energy, and recognition at the Swiss Solar Prize 2025.
Headquarters
Zurich, Switzerland
Founded
2022
Employees
50-200
Company Type
Private
Business Models
Value Chain
Industry Memberships
UN Sustainable Development Goals Support
Products
Solskin Glass Facade System
Solskin Opaque Facade System
Solskin Skylight System
Solskin Static System
Certifications & Awards
Certifications
Red Dot Award: Design Concept 2024
Watt d'Or
Swiss Solar Prize 2025
Houzee Awards 2025 - Platinum
SFE Awards 2025 - Product of the Year
Awards
Red Dot Award: Design Concept 2024
Watt d'Or
Swiss Solar Prize 2025
Houzee Awards 2025 Platinum
Product of the Year