What is View?
Headquartered in Milpitas, California, View specializes in the manufacturing of smart glass that utilizes electrochromism to adjust tint levels automatically. This technology is designed to enhance energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and aesthetic appeal in commercial and residential buildings. By integrating its proprietary glass solutions into modern architecture, View addresses the critical demand for sustainable, high-performance building envelopes. The company operates at the intersection of material science and green technology, positioning itself as a key player in the global effort to reduce carbon footprints in the built environment.
How much funding has View raised?
View has raised a total of $2.2B across 19 funding rounds:
Debt
$5.2M
Private Equity
$62.1M
Private Equity
$100M
Private Equity
$86.3M
Debt
$110M
Private Equity
$104.2M
Private Equity
$200M
Private Equity
$1.1B
Debt
$200M
Debt
$50M
Debt (2013): $5.2M, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2013): $62.1M with participation from Corning
Private Equity (2014): $100M led by Madrone Capital Partners
Private Equity (2014): $86.3M supported by The Westly Group, Khosla Ventures, Corning, General Electric, DBL Partners, and Sigma Partner
Debt (2016): $110M, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2017): $104.2M, investors not publicly disclosed
Private Equity (2017): $200M with participation from TIAA and BlackRock
Private Equity (2018): $1.1B led by SoftBank Vision Fund
Debt (2022): $200M supported by Anson Group of Funds, USAA Real Estate, and BNP Paribas Asset Management
Debt (2023): $50M featuring Affinius Capital, Anson Group of Funds, Cantor Fitzgerald, and RXR Realty
Key Investors in View
Khosla Ventures
A prominent venture capital firm founded by Vinod Khosla, focusing on breakthrough technologies across sectors including sustainable energy, robotics, and enterprise software.
Sigma Partners
An early-stage venture capital firm with deep operational expertise, specializing in supporting disruptive technology startups and facilitating significant market exits.
SoftBank Vision Fund
A global investment platform that provides large-scale capital to companies driving the next phase of the Information Revolution through AI, robotics, and clean energy.
What's next for View?
With the recent $50M in capital, View is well-positioned to accelerate its strategic initiatives, focusing on operational efficiency and market penetration. The company is expected to leverage this financing to further optimize its manufacturing processes and expand its reach into new geographic markets. As the demand for smart, energy-efficient infrastructure continues to rise, View's ability to maintain its technological edge will be paramount. Future growth will likely center on deepening partnerships with major real estate developers and integrating its smart glass solutions into a broader array of enterprise-level projects, ensuring long-term viability in a competitive landscape.
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