Steven Baczek

Fine Homebuilding Ambassador

Architect
Reading, MA

Architect Steve Baczek has designed hundreds of projects across a spectrum of energy performance. In addition to his design work, he is the author of over a thousand energy-smart construction details for GreenBuildingAdvisor.com. Steve shares his knowledge of architecture and building science at conferences around the country

Instagram: @stevenbaczekarchitect

Website: www.stevenbaczekarchitect.com

Stronger, Smarter Deck Stairs
The ideal stair stringers balance strength, durability, and ease of assembly.
All-Around Efficient
Pairing a proven net-zero strategy with conscious material choices.
The Passive House Build: Getting the Mechanicals Right
A carefully designed mechanical system rounds out this house’s heating and cooling load.
Build Dry, Risk-Free Finished Basements
Capturing this additional living space correctly and confidently requires a careful approach to the site and foundation.
Customized To Be Compact
In a small house, every decision is balanced against the square feet that will be required to execute the design. On this Douglas-fir vanity cabinet, an 18-1⁄2-in.-sq. apron sink is…
Installing High-Performance Windows in a Passive House
By far the weakest link in a Passive House, these imported windows must be installed perfectly.
The Passive House Build, Part Four: Framing for Efficiency
Double-stud walls and trusses create the ideal shell for an economical and efficient building.
The Passive House Build, Part Three: Superinsulated Slab
If you aren’t insulating the edge, you’re only doing half the job.
How to Air-Seal Mudsills
In this video, architect Steve Baczek demonstrates how to create an airtight connection between the framing and foundation, a critical component to a Passive House.
Air-Sealed Mudsill Assembly
When building a home to Passive House standards, this is one of the first steps to create the necessary airtight building envelope.

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