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 shades 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.

A4 Architecture is an award-winning, full service architecture and planning firm that specializes in high quality institutional, commercial and residential design.The firm is currently licensed to practice architecture in the states of RI, MA, CT and NY but, through NCARB certification, the company can quickly become licensed anywhere in the United States. They work in both modern and traditional styles, as appropriate to each project. Their goal is to work within the programmatic and budgetary constraints to produce beautiful solutions which enrich the lives of the communities and users. The firm was founded by Ross Cann, (AIA, LEED AP), who holds architectural degrees from Yale, Cambridge and Columbia Universities and who first became a licensed architect in 1993

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