What VELUX Corporation does

VELUX Corporation (legally VELUX Group) designs, manufactures, and sells roof windows, flat roof skylights, and modular skylights for residential and commercial buildings, along with accessories such as blinds, roller shutters, and smart-home operating systems. Founded in 1941 by Villum Kann Rasmussen in Denmark and credited with inventing the roof window (patented 1942), the company operates 19 production companies across 11 countries and direct sales companies in 37 countries, supported by a global network of certified VELUX Skylight Specialist contractors. Recent product launches include the 2026 VELUX Skylight System with solar-powered remote-controlled shades, rain sensors, and smart-home integration; VELUX Commercial (est. 2019) extends the range to industrial, public, and commercial buildings.

VELUX is privately held under VKR Holding A/S, which is controlled by the Villum Foundation and the Kann Rasmussen family; VKR Holding reported EUR 4.11 billion of consolidated revenue in 2025, with VELUX Group contributing EUR 2.97 billion. The company employs approximately 11,400 people globally and generates revenue primarily through hardware sales of windows and accessories, with quote-based pricing through local sales companies and certified installers. Customer segments include residential homeowners, commercial and public building developers, and architects/building professionals, the latter engaged via digital tools including the Daylight Visualiser simulation software, BIM/CAD libraries, and the Daylight Design Guide. Marketing is anchored by major cycling event sponsorships (Tour de France, UCI Cyclo-Cross World Cup, Giro d'Italia), sustainability thought leadership (Platinum EcoVadis 2025, top 1% globally), and the VELUX Rewards loyalty program.

Name

VELUX Corporation

Legal name

VELUX Group

Website

https://velux.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1941

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

VELUX designs and manufactures roof windows, skylights, and accessories that bring daylight and fresh air into residential and commercial buildings, selling through 37-country direct sales operations and certified installers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Roof Windows and Skylights

SIC

Asphalt Paving & Roofing Materials (2950)

akta.pro primary industry

Skylights, Roof Windows & Daylighting (IMADAFAL)

Keywords

• Roof windows manufacturing
• Skylight solutions
• Daylight ventilation
• Smart-home skylights
• Building daylight design

Headquarters

HQ city

Hørsholm

HQ country

Denmark

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Roof Windows and Skylights: VELUX generates primary revenue from manufacturing and selling roof windows, flat roof skylights, and modular skylights for residential and commercial buildings. Revenue is EUR 2.97 billion (2025).
2. Accessories and Complementary Products: Secondary revenue stream from accessories including blinds, roller shutters, and solutions for operating skylights including sensor-driven, remote controlled and smart-home systems.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

VELUX designs, manufactures and sells roof windows, flat roof skylights, and modular skylights for residential and commercial buildings, along with accessories such as blinds, roller shutters, and sensor-driven or smart-home operating systems. Revenue is generated primarily from hardware sales of these daylight and ventilation products, complemented by a suite of digital tools (Daylight Visualiser, BIM/CAD libraries, Daylight Design Guide) used by architects and building professionals. Distribution is delivered through direct sales companies in 37 countries, a certified installer network, and country-specific e-commerce sites.

Product overview

VELUX Corporation offers a comprehensive portfolio of daylight and fresh air solutions centered on roof windows, flat roof skylights, and modular skylights for commercial buildings. The product lineup includes core offerings like the flagship roof windows (invented 1941), flat roof skylights, and the newly launched VELUX Skylight System with smart-home integration. Supporting accessories include blinds, roller shutters, and smart-home operating systems. VELUX Commercial serves the industrial, public, and commercial building segment. The company also provides digital tools including the Daylight Design Guide, Daylight Visualiser simulation software, and BIM/CAD libraries to support architects and builders in integrating VELUX products into their projects.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VELUX Commercial: A division of the VELUX Group established in 2019 offering products to improve the indoor climate in industrial, public and commercial buildings.

Products and services

• VELUX Roof Windows Flagship roof windows that bring daylight and fresh air into buildings, invented in 1941 and patented in 1942; sold through direct sales companies, certified installers and online channels.
• Flat Roof Skylights Skylight solutions designed for flat roof installations as part of VELUX's daylight solutions portfolio.
• Modular Skylights Modular skylight systems for industrial, public and commercial buildings, sold via VELUX Commercial.
• VELUX Skylight System First-of-its-kind skylight featuring solar-powered remote-controlled shade, built-in rain sensors and smart-home integration.
• Blinds and Roller Shutters Accessories including blinds and roller shutters for VELUX roof windows and skylights, sold as complementary hardware.
• Smart-Home Operating Systems Sensor-driven, remote-controlled and smart-home integrated operating systems for VELUX roof windows and skylights.
• VELUX Daylight Visualiser Daylight simulation software used by architects and builders to analyse and plan optimal natural lighting in building designs.
• VELUX BIM and CAD Libraries Building Information Modeling and Computer-Aided Design libraries providing VELUX product data for integration into architectural design workflows.
• Daylight Design Guide for Flat Roofs Digital design guide providing daylighting insights, practical rules, simulation tools, technical specifications, and BIM/CAD libraries for integrating daylight and ventilation into flat roof projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 46% improvement in thermal values with new solar-powered shade technology
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• Tour de France / ASOflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Official partner of Tour de France, Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift, and Étape du Tour de France. VELUX brand displayed on rider bibs located on the back of each rider's jersey. Partnership supports customer and partner engagement at roadside events. 'Behind Every Rider' campaign reflects VELUX's commitment to daylight and fresh air.
• UCI Cyclo-Cross World CupcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership with Union Cycliste Internationale for cyclo-cross world championships and World Cup events. Unique opportunity to activate and connect with target audiences throughout the winter season, demonstrating VELUX products in all weather conditions.
• RCS Sports & EventscoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Partnership supporting five globally-renowned road cycling races including Strade Bianche, Giro d'Italia Men and Women. Cycling events in Italy showcase VELUX brand in scenic European settings.
• Pas Normal StudiosminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024International cycling club partnership. Gravel Festival organized together with Pas Normal Studios to celebrate cycling sport and farewell of VELUX warehouse in Østbirk before LKR Innovation House transformation.
• NorthSide FestivalminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2024Three-day music and cultural festival near Aarhus, Denmark. Partnership focused on sustainability and inspiring brighter future through shared experiences with festival guests.
• Roskilde FestivalminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2022Three-year Sustainability Challenge collaboration with IDA and Roskilde Festival engaging students in sustainability thinking and creative material reuse. Platform to connect with future colleagues and partners.
• SOS Children's Villages DenmarkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChildren's Living Places partnership providing low-carbon, healthy homes for children displaced by war in Ukraine. Combines social sustainability principles with low-carbon housing design. Concept scaled and adapted to local context in Ukraine.
• EFFEKTcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerArchitecture firm partner in Living Places Copenhagen concept - rethinking how buildings are constructed with responsible and regenerative solutions for people and planet.
• ArteliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEngineering and consultancy partner for Living Places Copenhagen project. Provided third-party verification of carbon footprint achievements (4.6 kg CO2eq/m2/year) for LKR Innovation House.
• DSVcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal transport and logistics partner supporting VELUX supply chain, manufacturing, and global distribution operations. Collaboration with DSV helps streamline logistics and supply chain operations.
• Habitat for HumanityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVolunteer building program supported by VELUX, engaging employees in community service projects.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Wasco Skylights: Wasco is a US-based skylight manufacturer specializing in residential and commercial skylights, sun tunnels, and roof windows. Directly comparable to VELUX in product category with strong North American market presence.
• Roto Frank: Roto Frank is a German-based manufacturer of roof windows, hardware, and loft ladder systems. Directly competes with VELUX in the European roof window market with comparable product offerings in residential and commercial daylighting solutions.
• Fakro: Fakro is the world's second-largest manufacturer of roof windows and skylights, headquartered in Poland. Directly competes with VELUX in residential and commercial roof window segments across Europe and globally, offering similar product categories including flat roof skylights and loft ladders.
• Sun-Tek Skylights: Sun-Tek is a US manufacturer of custom and standard skylights for residential and commercial applications. Directly competes with VELUX in the North American skylight category with comparable flat roof and pitched roof solutions.
• Keylite Roof Windows: Keylite is a UK and Ireland-based roof window manufacturer offering integrated roof window systems with integral thermal collar and pre-fitted flashings. Directly competes with VELUX in the European residential roof window market.

Broad incumbents

• Pella Corporation: Pella is a US-based window and door manufacturer with a broad product portfolio including windows, patio doors, and entry doors. A broad incumbent that competes with VELUX in adjacent window categories and is increasingly active in the skylight/roof window segment.
• Jeld-Wen: Jeld-Wen is a global manufacturer of windows, doors, and related building products with operations across North America, Europe, and Australasia. A broad incumbent whose portfolio overlaps with VELUX in window categories including some skylight offerings.
• Saint-Gobain: Saint-Gobain is a French multinational building materials conglomerate with broad product lines in glass, insulation, and interior solutions. A broad incumbent that overlaps with VELUX through glass-based glazing products and building envelope solutions.
• Andersen Corporation: Andersen is one of the largest US window and door manufacturers with a broad portfolio spanning windows, doors, and specialty products. A broad incumbent in the building products category that overlaps with VELUX through window and daylighting-adjacent offerings.

Emerging players

• Lutron Electronics: Lutron is a US-based manufacturer of smart shading and lighting control systems. An emerging player adjacent to VELUX's smart-home integration strategy, competing in automated shade and daylight control systems that complement or substitute for VELUX's smart-home operating systems.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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