Franziska Amacher, FAIA, LEED, NCARB, WBE

Franziska Amacher, the visionary founder and principal architect of Amacher & Associates Architects, brings over 25 years of extensive experience in all facets of the building process. Her expertise spans design development, zoning analysis, team building, budget development, project approval, schedule setting, and contractor negotiations.

Franziska has played a pivotal role in promoting sustainability within the architectural community. She has served as Co-Chair of “The Committee on the Environment” at the Boston Society of Architects (BSA) and has been an Adjunct Professor, teaching Sustainable Architecture and Design at the Wentworth Institute of Technology and the Boston Architectural College. Recognized for her contributions to the field, she is a Fellow of the American Institute of Architects and a LEED accredited professional.

Franziska holds a Master’s Degree in Architecture from the Harvard Graduate School of Design and a BA in Sociology from the University of Geneva in Switzerland. Her diverse background includes work as a policy researcher before she transitioned into architecture. A native of Switzerland, she is fluent in several languages, enriching her ability to engage with a wide range of clients and collaborators.

Awards and Recognitions:

• Fellow of the American Institute of Architects
• Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) Award for the design of a Net Zero Building
• Lynn Historical Society Award for the Renovation of a Mixed-use Building on Main Street
• Green Initiative Leadership Award by the Foundation for a Green Future
• Design of 50 feet long sculpture “Resource Time Tunnel” at Boston Greenfest, City Hall Plaza
• Featured on Renovation Nation for the design of Ring House
• TV pilot program on the design and construction of a Green Renovation in Newton

Talks and Presentations:

Franziska is a frequently invited speaker at prestigious forums and conferences, including:

• 5th Annual Water Forum
• UN World Energy Forum
• Boston Society of Architects (BSA)
• Boston Greenfest (BGF)
• ABX (ArchitectureBoston Expo)
• American Solar Energy Society (ASES)
• AIA NY Center for Architecture

She has delivered insightful talks on topics such as net zero design, resiliency in architecture, sustainable community building, and more at venues like the Harvard School of Public Health, MIT, and the City of Cambridge Community Development Department.

Professional Affiliations:

Franziska actively contributes to several professional and community organizations, including:

• Board Member: Architects, Designers and Planners for Social Responsibility (ADPSR)
• Member: Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, National Trust for Historic Preservation, The Nature Conservancy
• Trustee: PRPT (Riverbend Park)
• Advisory Commission Member: MDC Charles River Basin Plan
• Former Board Member: ARC-Peace, Association for Public Transportation
• Member: Green America, USGBC MA, National Trust for Historic Preservation
• Co-producer & Production Designer: Movie “Breaking Symmetry”

Franziska's dedication to sustainable design, combined with her extensive experience and leadership, positions Amacher & Associates Architects as a leader in creating innovative, environmentally responsible architectural solutions. Contact Franziska Amacher today to embark on your journey toward architectural excellence and sustainability.