Meet Paul Vriend – our new account manager

We’re delighted to welcome Paul Vriend to Solarix as our new Account Manager! With a background in architectural engineering and experience in the sales of sustainable materials, Paul brings valuable knowledge to our team. His expertise aligns perfectly with our mission to continue scaling up and working together to create more sustainable and beautiful cities.

To get to know Paul a little better, we asked him a few questions about his background, motivations, and what excites him most about joining Solarix.

What appealed to you most about Solarix and our solar façades?
“The fact that we can, in collaboration with architects, create façades that provide added value both aesthetically and environmentally. Given the current energy shortage on the grid, we’re able to offer solutions that help relieve pressure on the grid by creating cleverly designed and visually appealing façades.”

What will you mainly focus on as an Account Manager in the upcoming period?
“I want to invest a lot of time in creating as much awareness of Solarix as possible among architects and developers. I have a large network of architects and believe that specifiers are extremely important for including our products in their plans.”

How do you see the role of Solarix in making the built environment more sustainable?
“It’s a very important one! By making optimal use of all façades (and not just the ‘fifth façade,’ as the roof is often called), we can take a huge step in making the built environment more sustainable. This way, a great deal of energy can be generated that is directly usable for the building’s occupants.”

What makes working at the intersection of design, technology, and sustainability interesting for you?
“With a background in architectural engineering and extensive experience both at architecture firms and in the sales of sustainable materials, these three elements come together beautifully in my role at Solarix! Being able to think along with the architect, advise clients on the potential power output per square meter, and bring it all together in a technically feasible mounting system is incredibly fulfilling.”

What are you most looking forward to in your work at Solarix?
“Collaborating with passionate colleagues, promoting the Solarix philosophy, and jointly realizing even more beautiful projects!”

What do you see as the biggest challenge in growing solar design in the Netherlands and beyond?
“A major challenge will be convincing the construction sector (in general) to choose a façade system from Solarix. I’ve noticed that the construction industry tends to be somewhat cautious when it comes to adopting new technologies or products. If we can drive change here through the right information, added value, and certifications, then there’s a huge potential!”

What gives you energy outside of work?
“Spending quality time with my family at home, and also socializing with friends. Besides that, I regularly exercise such as bootcamp and running.”

A warm welcome to Paul! Whether you meet him at an architecture firm, at a trade fair, or on a call, he’s always ready to share ideas and bring solar design to life!

• 11 November 2025