In 2026, every step a guest takes through the lobby is a contribution to the building's energy system. We present Piezoelectric Flooring—intelligent surface covering that converts kinetic energy from steps into clean electricity. At Reception Space, we transform flooring from a passive design element into an active power plant. It's the technology that makes human movement a resource, powering digital reception systems with light and energy. We explore how your steps power the future.
The Generation Principle: Kinetic into Electricity
A 2026 piezo-floor consists of modular tiles with ceramic elements inside that produce an electrical charge under mechanical pressure. When a person steps on a tile, it infinitesimally deflects (less than 1mm), generating an impulse. Intelligent accumulators collect this energy from thousands of daily steps, channeling it into the building's batteries. In a high-traffic lobby, such a system can fully power all decorative lighting and security systems.
Visual Interaction: The Light Trail
Real-time feedback
At Reception Space, we often combine piezo-elements with an LED layer. With every step, a soft light halo ignites under the guest's foot. This is not only visually striking but also serves as a navigation tool: light can guide the way to the right elevator or an available check-in counter. In 2026, this is the standard for interactive space, where the building literally reacts to human presence with every decimeter of surface.