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Experience the 10th VELUX Daylight Symposium

On 18 September 2025, the 10th VELUX Daylight Symposium brought together over 30 speakers across two stages for a full day of inspiring talks and practical applications. Experts, researchers, and practitioners explored topics related to daylighting design, sustainable buildings, and well-being. Presentations from the day will be available soon as possible.

 

 

Towards healthy, resilient and sustainable architecture

The 10th VELUX Daylight Symposium took place on 18 September 2025 at Mogens Dahl Concert Hall in Copenhagen, Denmark.

 

This year’s theme, “Towards Healthy, Resilient, and Sustainable Architecture,” brought together researchers and industry professionals to explore the transformative power of daylight. 

 

Participants imagined a world where daylight is not just a source of illumination but a beacon of health and well-being. The symposium explored how natural light can heal and restore, shaping our environments and our lives. Discussions included the future of daylight legislation and policies that guide us toward brighter, healthier living environments. The program highlighted how daylight can breathe new life into urban landscapes and examined the balance between health and sustainability in creating spaces that nurture both people and the planet. Resilient design was also a key focus, offering safe and healthy havens for generations to come.

 

The event wove together scientific knowledge and practical applications, bridging disciplines and sparking new ideas. We thank all participants for their contributions to this enlightening journey.

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Program

Explore the full program for the 10th VELUX Daylight Symposium. This year’s event brings together leading experts, researchers, and practitioners to share insights and inspire dialogue around the role of daylight in architecture, health, and sustainability. Find the full schedule of sessions, speakers, and activities planned throughout the event.

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Speakers

Meet the speakers of the 10th VELUX Daylight Symposium. Discover the diverse group of thought leaders, researchers, and industry professionals who will be sharing their expertise at this year’s symposium. Each speaker brings a unique perspective on daylight and its impact on architecture, sustainability, and human well-being.

Meet the speakers
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Venue – Mogens Dahl Concert Hall in Copenhagen

Mogens Dahl Concert Hall is tucked away in a cobbled courtyard in the Islands Brygge district of Copenhagen. Originally an old horse stable, it has been transformed into a concert hall known for its wooden rafters, high ceilings, and great acoustics. The hall provides a cozy and engaging atmosphere, and with its excellent sound and lighting, Mogens Dahl Concert Hall is an ideal setting for the Daylight Symposium.

Mogens Dahl Concert Hall
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20 years of Daylight Symposium

From a  humble start in 2005 the VELUX Daylight Symposium has established itself as the most important, open and cross-disciplinary meeting forum for daylight enthusiasts from all over the world. The biennial symposium is where researchers, architects, lighting consultants, legislators, educators, manufacturers and more - meet each other and share knowledge and insights.  The Daylight Symposium has been invaluable for bringing people together and over the course of the multiple events, participants have gotten to know each other across the world.

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VELUX Daylight Academic Forum 2025 

The Daylight Academic Forum is a networking event for Ph.D. students to discuss their research methods focusing on daylight-related issues. It offers students the chance to present their work to leading experts and peers, receiving valuable feedback for further development. The 8th VELUX Daylight Academic Forum will be held on 17 September 2025 at Design Werck, Copenhagen.

Academic Forum

Photos from the event

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About the Daylight Symposium 

Explore the vision and mission behind the Daylight Symposium, a biennial conference dedicated to the transformative power of daylight in architecture and design. Learn how this event brings together experts and enthusiasts to advance our understanding of natural light’s impact on our built environment. 

Daylight Symposium
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Explore Daylight and Architecture 

The website Daylight and Architecture is a global knowledge-sharing initiative that promotes daylight in architecture. Its focus is on exploring the limitless potential of daylight, and the many ways that natural light inspires architects to create and innovate.

Daylight and Architecture