AIA A201 articles that solve real job site problems, from fall protection violations and material substitutions to construction claims and mechanic's liens. When something goes wrong on a construction…
A lighting calculation is multiplication and division, not engineering math. This episode covers the foot candle chart, the lumen method formula, and the inverse square law. Most candidates skip…
A201 general conditions explained in 30 minutes, covering the entire AIA A201 from contractor roles and means and methods to schedule of values, substantial completion, and dispute resolution. The…
Zoning controls what you build, how tall, and how close to the property line before you draw a single line. This episode breaks down every zoning term candidates confuse. We cover setbacks,…
Every type of light bulb produces different color quality, and two numbers on the spec sheet control everything: color temperature (CCT) measured in Kelvin, and the color rendering index (CRI)…
ADA bathroom layout dimensions all exist to make one physical action possible: the toilet transfer. This episode breaks down every restroom requirement and the human experience behind it. Emily spent…
Galvanic corrosion happens when dissimilar metals touch in the presence of moisture, and it destroys building assemblies faster than most people expect. In this episode, Layla breaks down exactly how…
The five major roof membrane types for low-slope roofs: BUR, modified bitumen, EPDM, TPO, and PVC. In this episode, you will learn what each one is, where it belongs, and how to choose the right one…
Study motivation is the real barrier to passing the architect exam, not the content itself. If you've been closing the laptop every night without reading a single page, this episode is for you. Emily…
How to build an ARE study schedule that actually works starts with understanding what the exam really requires, and it's not what most ARE exam prep companies tell you. After helping hundreds of…
