View from below of LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60 with white beams and glass panels

University of Nottingham –
esearch with minimal energy demand

Daylight as part of a forward-looking energy concept

At the University of Nottingham campus, the RAD Building is one of the most energy-efficient research facilities in the UK. Daylight plays a central role in the architectural concept.

Modern metal façade with perforated aluminum panels at the University of Nottingham

Space for innovation and energy efficiency

Built to the Passivhaus standard, the research centre combines modern architecture with a consistently energy-efficient approach. New technologies in the energy sector are developed and tested here – under conditions that meet the highest sustainability requirements.

The LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60 Passivhaus brings natural light into the central areas and supports the building’s overall sustainable concept. 

16 m2 glass surface48% total energy transmittance2.500 m2 total area

Glass Roof PR60

Interior view with LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60, white steel beams and green wall

Daylight as part of the energy concept  

A key component of the energy concept is the glass roof, which measures 2 × 8 metres. The roof glazing consists of eight glass panels of equal size and ensures uniform, glare-free lighting of the central areas. Thanks to excellent thermal insulation and very low U-values, heat loss through the roof is minimised and the building’s energy consumption is sustainably reduced. 

Interior view with LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60, white beams and large glazed panels

Efficiency and stability combined

The LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60 combines high energy efficiency with a slender profile design and a robust structure. Even under demanding weather conditions, reliable performance is maintained, while the slim construction maximises daylight intake and integrates harmoniously into the architecture. 

Interior view with LAMILUX Glass Roof PR60 and white steel structure in the atrium

Architecture for the research of tomorrow 

The project demonstrates how sustainable construction and daylight architecture can be used in a targeted way to support modern research environments. Natural light becomes an integral part of a productive working environment and contributes to a balanced indoor climate. This creates ideal conditions for innovation and collaboration. 

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