# Glass-Sheathed Headquarters The New Siemens Headquarters Have a Glass Facade & Photovoltaic Array By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2016-07-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/siemens-headquarters References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/henning-larsen-architects-siemens-headquarters-munich/44452/) & [siemens](http://www.siemens.com/press/en/feature/2014/corporate/2014-07-siemens-palais.php) The latest and greatest version of the [Siemens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/building-management-platform) headquarters is the result of a concerted and targeted effort to make the German mobile phone manufacturer a world-leader in the realm of eco-friendly industrial practices. Located in the city of Munich, the new Siemens headquarters are wrapped in a considerable [glass facade](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helsinki-design-and-architecture-museum) measuring in at 16,000 square meters. As much as a third of the building's power needs are taken care of by virtue of a [photovoltaic array](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-energy-technology) situated on the roof. Measuring 1,300 square meters and consisting of over 800 panels, this array is capable of generating 300 Kilowatts of power. The building also features energy-efficient LED lighting and targeted heating control. The Siemens headquarters are truly a case in point that large corporate developments can be highly eco-friendly if they embrace modern designs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Eco Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/ecoarchitecture) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Eco-friendly Corporate Buildings:** Designing large corporate developments with modern eco-friendly features allows for sustainable and energy-efficient practices. - **Glass Facades:** Using glass facades in building design creates a visually appealing and modern aesthetic while also allowing for natural light to enter the interior spaces. - **Photovoltaic Arrays:** Integrating photovoltaic arrays on building rooftops can generate renewable energy and contribute to reducing the building's energy consumption. ### Who This Affects Most - **Architecture and Construction:** Architects and construction companies can embrace eco-friendly designs and techniques to create sustainable corporate buildings. - **Renewable Energy:** Companies in the renewable energy industry can capitalize on the demand for photovoltaic arrays and other sustainable energy solutions for commercial buildings. - **Energy Efficiency Solutions:** Providers of energy-efficient lighting systems and heating control technologies can offer their solutions to corporate buildings seeking sustainable practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Consolidated Photovoltaic Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/photovoltaic-systems.md) - [Rooftop Walkway-Topped Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shenzhen-energy-ring.md) - [Solar-Powered Vineyard Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vineyard-building.md) - [Grid-Connected Pavilions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solar-electric-pavilion.md) - [Pier-Side Dynamic Office Spaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-hq.md) - [Rejuvenated Former Bank Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/former-bank-building.md) - [IoT Building Management Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/building-management-platform.md) - [Mirrored Steel Solar Farms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/central-control-building.md) - [Industrial Waterfront Headquarters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nderkleiva.md)