Macht Architecture

Macht Architecture Macht Architecture, formally known as Paul Macht Architects, was founded in 1990 to provide architec

Macht Architecture was founded in 1990 to provide architectural design services to clients seeking sustainable, healthy, efficient homes. In every project, we design for passive solar heating whether it is the core focus of the project or just an additional feature. Passive solar heating allows the winter sun to radiate heat through the windows on the south side while designing overhangs and shade

s to block the summer sun. Passive solar heating can reduce the heating needs for the home by 50% or higher. Macht Architecture relies on building science to ensure durable energy efficient construction methodologies. We accomplish this through super insulation, a movement that inspired Passivhaus in Germany. Being smart in how you insulate can help control moisture and reduce heat flow, greatly reducing heat loss while increasing comfort. Through building science our goal is to achieve a high performing, energy efficient, and comfortable project that doesn’ t break the budget so that there is still room for quality finishes and features.

What’s wrong with this picture? It’s been a while since posting but had to share. There are some really good things goin...
02/22/2026

What’s wrong with this picture? It’s been a while since posting but had to share.

There are some really good things going on withy this picture, the ZIP is installed well and provides a great water control layer and the rough openings are liquid flashes!

Now for the not so good, I’m not sure why they mixed ZIP with OSB, but the air control layer is discontinuous since they didn’t seal the OSB to the ZIP.

But the biggest issue is the sealed the top of woven WRB to the rough opening. This is any issue in this scenario because the WRB can get water behind it and there is no way for it to drain out. This will most likely result in rotted out sheathing at the top of every rough opening. Luckily, the other sides of the building, where there are lots of windows, are all ZIP.

Who’s coming to BuildingEnergy Boston? Definitely one of my favorite events to go to. Awesome people, building science, ...
02/28/2025

Who’s coming to BuildingEnergy Boston? Definitely one of my favorite events to go to. Awesome people, building science, and atmosphere. Hope to see you there.

We got to spend some time at our recently completed project. It was great to experience it throughout each time of day...
09/02/2024

We got to spend some time at our recently completed project. It was great to experience it throughout each time of day. The entry stair acts as a lantern with the cedar slats spacing, even though the lighting was designed to point down to help with dark sky.

We're thrilled to invite you the one and only "BS & Beer" event in our state, a unique gathering where building science ...
12/06/2023

We're thrilled to invite you the one and only "BS & Beer" event in our state, a unique gathering where building science meets informal discussion over great beer! It's not just an event; it's the start of a conversation about the practical aspects of our work, informed by evolving building codes.

When:
Wednesday, December 13th
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Whalers Brewery
1174 Kingstown Rd, South Kingstown, RI

RSVP:
https://shorturl.at/lnCK2

What We'll Explore:
🌀 Air Sealing Evolution
From no pass-fail tests to the upcoming 3 ACH requirement - let's discuss how our buildings are testing and the real-life lessons from blower door tests.

🔍 R-Value Revolution
A quick overview of increasing insulation R-values over time. How and why are you insulating your projects? Share your strategies and experiences.

🗣️ Open Forum
This is your platform to share insights, ask questions, and learn from peers about their approaches to building science.
tart of a conversation about the practical aspects of our work, informed by evolving building codes.

&beer

From a recent article from Note: Using standard gas and propane emissions values, the average lifetime emissions are es...
11/02/2023

From a recent article from

Note: Using standard gas and propane emissions values, the average lifetime emissions are estimated with a 90 percent AFUE propane furnace and a 95 percent AFUE gas furnace. Heat pump emissions are estimated using NREL’s 95x50 Standard Scenario for Wisconsin’s electric grid and a weighted heating season coefficient of performance (COPh) based on Wisconsin’s weather of 3.00 and 3.97 for the Energy Star and high-performance heat pump, respectively.

Our entry finished shot of our project. This is the approach to the front door through this amazing zen garden for Mo...
09/11/2023

Our entry finished shot of our project. This is the approach to the front door through this amazing zen garden for

More images coming in the upcoming days.

Another finished shot of our project. This is from the deck looking in through the home toward the stairs. More images...
09/09/2023

Another finished shot of our project. This is from the deck looking in through the home toward the stairs.

More images coming in the upcoming days.

Another finished shot of our project. The door you see in the background leads you into the art gallery. More images c...
09/08/2023

Another finished shot of our project. The door you see in the background leads you into the art gallery.

More images coming in the upcoming days.

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Finally there on our project. A few minor things left such as punch list items and mechanical balancing. More images c...
09/07/2023

Finally there on our project. A few minor things left such as punch list items and mechanical balancing.

More images coming in the upcoming days.

After 33 years in Rydal, PA, Macht Architecture’s Philadelphia office has moved to in We will still the same geograp...
09/05/2023

After 33 years in Rydal, PA, Macht Architecture’s Philadelphia office has moved to in

We will still the same geographic areas in PA, so not much changes on the client end.

I saw this today and had to share. Looks like we are in need of some kick out flashing!Or just just a BAD IDEA!! At leas...
07/08/2023

I saw this today and had to share. Looks like we are in need of some kick out flashing!

Or just just a BAD IDEA!! At least iD can drip right where the window unit drips.

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144 Linden Drive
Kingston, RI
02881

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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