At the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science, daylight isn’t just a design feature—it’s part of the visitor experience.

When the museum’s existing skylight system began to show its age, the team turned to Powers Products Southwest for a high-performance replacement that would enhance daylight, improve durability, and support long-term building performance.

The Challenge
The original polycarbonate skylights had degraded over time—impacting light quality, energy performance, and overall aesthetics. The museum needed a solution that would:

• Deliver consistent, glare-free daylight
• Withstand New Mexico’s intense UV exposure and weather conditions
• Minimize maintenance and extend lifecycle performance
• Integrate seamlessly with the existing roof structure

The Solution
Powers Products Southwest replaced the aging system with a translucent panel skylight solution by Kalwall, engineered to transform how daylight enters the space.

Kalwall’s diffuse daylighting technology eliminates harsh glare and hot spots, evenly distributing natural light throughout interior exhibit areas. The result is a softer, more comfortable environment for both visitors and staff—ideal for a museum setting where visual clarity matters.

The Result
The upgraded skylight system delivers immediate and long-term benefits:

• Balanced, diffuse daylight that enhances exhibits without glare
• Improved energy performance, reducing reliance on artificial lighting
• High impact resistance, designed to withstand hail and extreme conditions
• Low maintenance, long-lasting system performance

Beyond performance, the new system elevates the architectural experience—bringing a renewed sense of light and openness to the museum’s interior spaces.

Why It Matters
Daylighting isn’t just about bringing light into a building—it’s about delivering the right light.