As Vietnam’s urban architecture undergoes a significant transformation toward green, smart, and energy-efficient development, Danpal Vietnam proudly stands as a pioneer, delivering cutting-edge daylighting solutions that not only optimize building performance but also promote environmental sustainability.
Mr. Dang Trung Hieu, CEO of HD Architecture JSC – the exclusive representative of Danpal in the Vietnamese market, shared his insights on the potential of daylighting solutions in Vietnam, the shifting market landscape, the readiness of Vietnamese businesses to embrace innovation, and the company’s expectations for the upcoming VIBE 2025 exhibition.
Vast growth potential in the Vietnamese market
Amid Vietnam’s strong shift toward green and sustainable urban architecture, Mr. Hieu believes that Danpal’s advanced polycarbonate daylighting solutions hold tremendous potential for growth in the Vietnamese market.
This opportunity stems not only from growing design demands but also from the exceptional advantages Danpal products offer. With the ability to diffuse soft, glare-free light, Danpal’s translucent roofing and wall systems create naturally bright, welcoming spaces while significantly reducing daytime lighting energy consumption. Additionally, the material’s signature microcell structure provides superior thermal insulation compared to conventional glass – easing the burden on HVAC systems and optimizing long-term operational costs.
Beyond performance, Danpal products continue to win the market thanks to their lightweight structure, high durability, excellent impact resistance, and near-total UV protection – features particularly well-suited to Vietnam’s hot, rainy climate. Most importantly, the material is fully recyclable and certified with green credentials such as EPD, making it an ideal choice for international-standard sustainable projects like LEED, LOTUS, and EDGE.
The Danpal Vietnam representative expressed strong optimism regarding Vietnamese businesses’ growing readiness for innovation. In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in mindset, from focusing solely on upfront investment costs to considering long-term operational value, energy efficiency, and environmental impact. Increasingly, developers, design consultants, and contractors are proactively seeking out green solutions like Danpal, with clear criteria around energy savings, material durability, recyclability, and green building certification potential. A new wave of change is sweeping across sectors such as industrial, commercial, healthcare, and education, reflecting the fact that Vietnamese enterprises are adapting faster than ever before.
Spaces Utilizing Danpal’s Daylighting Solutions.
Strong Market Growth and Diversified Segmentation
When the concept of daylighting first entered the Vietnamese market, it was still relatively unfamiliar. However, thanks to the proven effectiveness of early pioneering projects and the growing trend toward green, energy-efficient architecture, Danpal’s market share has seen a significant rise in both brand awareness and demand for application.
“In the beginning, Danpal was primarily chosen for iconic projects such as the Hanoi Children’s Palace, United Nations International School Hanoi, Long Thanh International Airport, and Aeon Mall Hue”, Mr. Hieu explained. “Today, our market presence has expanded into multiple segments, particularly public buildings and commercial centers, which have shown the most dynamic growth. This is driven by investors’ increasing focus on high safety standards, operational efficiency, and long-term energy savings”.
He also noted strong growth in residential developments and high-end industrial facilities, where investors now prioritize natural lighting, open space, and a balance between aesthetics and high performance in thermal insulation and UV protection.
Mr. Hieu believes that as the number of successful projects continues to grow and green architecture becomes more prominent, the market for translucent solutions will further expand, not only in the premium segment but also into more accessible, flexible, and cost-effective solutions across a wider range of applications.
VIBE 2025 – A Convergence of Pioneering Design Thinking
Sharing his thoughts on the VIBE exhibition, Mr. Hieu stated: “We chose to participate in VIBE 2025 not merely as a material showcase, but because it is a platform that brings together pioneering design thinking, responsible architecture, and sustainable transformation solutions. This aligns perfectly with Danpal’s global mission and it reflects what we are striving to build here in the Vietnamese market. Danpal’s presence at VIBE 2025 is part of our long-term commitment to supporting Vietnam’s sustainable architectural transformation”.
At VIBE 2025, Danpal aims to engage more deeply with a forward-thinking professional community, those who are creative, open-minded, and passionate about green architecture. The company looks forward to listening, exchanging ideas, and adapting its solutions to better suit the local market and climate. In parallel, Danpal hopes to inspire the next generation of architects, those who will shape the built environment of the future.
The exhibition also presents opportunities to forge new partnerships with domestic, ASEAN, and international stakeholders, especially as Vietnam continues to emerge as a key destination for smart and green building trends.
Bringing Cutting-Edge Technology and Innovations in Daylighting Solutions to VIBE 2025
At VIBE 2025, Danpal will showcase its most advanced daylighting solutions, with a focus on next-generation materials and smart integrated systems for green architecture. A key highlight making its debut in Vietnam is the Danpatherm translucent façade system, a unitised, pre-fabricated module that enables fast, precise, and cost-effective installation. This innovative solution is especially well-suited for buildings with high energy efficiency requirements, offering both performance and design flexibility.
In addition, Danpal will present the latest version of its Danpalon Microcell panel system, featuring ultra-fine hollow cells that provide uniform light diffusion, glare reduction, and up to 99.9% UV protection. This new version has been specially enhanced to suit the hot and humid Southeast Asian climate, offering improved thermal insulation, reduced condensation, and increased mechanical strength.
Another standout innovation is Controlite – a smart daylighting system that automatically adjusts light transmission based on ambient temperature and brightness. Currently being piloted in several advanced markets, this technology will make its Vietnam debut at Danpal’s exhibition space during VIBE 2025.
Danpal brings more than just materials, it brings a philosophy of sustainable architecture, centered on people and climate, along with a long-term commitment to the Vietnamese market.
Visit the Danpal & HD Architecture booth at Exhibition Stand BR23 during VIBE 2025, taking place from October 1–4, 2025 at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC), Ho Chi Minh City.
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