ARE Study Guide Podcast

43: Project Manager Interview

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will interview a Project Manager with close to 20 years of experience working in architecture. We will explore the roles

44: Mitigating Risk and Conflict Resolution

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at ways to mitigate risk and how to resolve conflicts on a project. This episode is designed to help you prepa

42: Intro to PjM

This episode marks the start of our Project Management (PjM) series for the Architectural Registration Exams (ARE's). We will discuss things to study for this exam,

41: Business Structures

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will talk about the different types of business structures an architecture firm may register. The first part of this epi

40: Assessing Potential Projects

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at the considerations an architect should make when determining if a project is right for an architecture firm

39: Finance

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at the financial components to managing a project and running an architecture firm at large. Finance is a HUGE

31: Design Intent VS. Means and Methods

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide podcast we will discuss the definitions of Design Intent (Architect's responsibility) and Means and Methods (Contractor's

32: Bidding and Procurement

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will review the fundamental aspects of the Bidding and Procurement phase. This episode is designed to help you prepare f

37: Ethics

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at the AIA Code of Ethics. The full Code of Ethics can be found on the AIA Website here: https://content.aia.o

33: Project Closeout

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will look at the final project phase, the project closeout. We will look at the architect's responsibilities for Su

36: License Requirements

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will briefly discuss the rules for calling yourself an, "architect," as well the rules for using the coveted architect&a

38: C401 Architect-Consultant Agreement

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will take a look at the Architect-Consultant Agreement, AIA Document C401-2017. You can view the agreement on the AIA we

34: Introduction to PcM + Many Helpful ARE Test Taking Tricks

This episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast is being published way ahead of schedule. After I recorded it, I realized that I cover a lot of really helpful studying and te

35: Staffing

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will talk about Staffing. This episode will include topics related to hiring and developing a staff for your architectur

29: Architect's Roles and Responsibilities During Construction

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we are going to look at the Architect's roles and responsibilities, primarily as they relate to the Construction phase

30: Standard of Care

In this short episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we are going to dive into the Standard of Care. This episode is an important topic not only for helping you prepare f

28: B101 Owner-Architect Agreement

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will dive into the AIA Contract Document B101: Owner-Architect Agreement. This episode is designed to help you prepare

27: A201 General Conditions

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will dive into the AIA Contract Document A201: General Conditions of the Contract for Construction. This episode is des

26: A101 Owner-Contractor Agreement

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will cover the contents of the A101: Owner-Contractor Agreement. Topics Covered Include: A101: Owner- Contract Agreeme

25: Project Delivery Methods

In this episode of the ARE Study Guide Podcast we will learn about the different Project Delivery Methods. Topics covered include: Design-Bid-BuildConstruction Manager