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General DiscussionGeneral info and announcements related to all ARE divisions. Great starting point for new candidates.
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Practice ManagementDiscuss topics around contracts, firm standards, firm management and ethics.
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project managementDiscuss topics around managing architectural projects, schedules, budgets, and coordination
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programming & analysisDiscuss topics around site conditions, zoning and code constraints, and programmatic needs to inform effective pre-design decisions that balance client goals, contextual response, and economic feasibility!
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project planning & designDiscuss topics around preliminary design of sites and buildings, including the evaluation of design alternatives that respond to environmental, cultural, behavioral, technical, and economic factors. Include construction documentation, specifications, code compliance, sustainability and environmental design, universal design, and governing codes and regulations such as building codes, accessibility, and zoning.
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project development & documentationDiscuss topics related to preliminary site and building design, including how to generate and evaluate design alternatives. Share insights on environmental, cultural, behavioral, technical, and economic factors, as well as core design concepts. Explore sustainability strategies, universal design principles, and navigating governing codes and regulations like building codes, accessibility standards, and zoning laws as key components of the PDD ARE exam.
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construction & evaluation*Discuss construction administration phase services,RFIs, Submittals,Contracts evaluation methods!
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113
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ARE LiveBlack Spectacles free monthly podcast that delves into all things ARE: challenging exam problems, effective study strategies, and industry trends. Hosted by licensed architects and aligned with NCARB objectives, each episode is designed to enhance your knowledge and help you ace the ARE.
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ARE CoachesAsk your questions to a licensed architect! Meet or Black Spectacles ARE Coaches!
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30 Day Study ChallengeThe 30-Day Study Challenge is designed to help you take the next big step toward licensure by providing the structure, resources, and community support you need to confidently schedule and pass your next ARE exam.
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Licensure StoriesIntroducing Licensure Stories! In this podcast series, we explore the personal journeys of architects who have successfully navigated the path to licensure.
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Black Spectacles ResourcesLearn how Black Spectacles resources are everything you need to pass the ARE® 5.0!
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Practice quizzesKeep your skills sharp by answering some practice questions.
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community 101Never been here before? Stop by to get up to speed with how everything works.
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ARE 5.0 UpdatesNews from the architecture and design industry.
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terms, privacy, and guidelinesTerms of service and privacy policy for the Black Spectacles ARE Community.
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Test Taking StrategiesShare your ARE 5.0 Test Taking Strategies with the community!
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CSE LiveIntroducing CSE Live—a free podcast series dedicated to helping you master the California Supplemental Exam (CSE) and become a licensed architect in California. From in-depth discussions on California-specific practice standards to strategies for tackling exam questions, each episode is packed with insights aligned with CAB test objectives.
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