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Studying for the Architect Registration Exam (ARE 5.0) and working toward licensure? This podcast is for you. Hosted by Bryn Young, licensed architect, author, and founder of ABC Club and Mind Over ARE, each episode brings you exam prep strategies, study tips, and mindset tools to help you pass the ARE. You’ll also hear real insights from coaching calls on overcoming procrastination, staying motivated, and balancing architecture exams with life and work. Plus, episodes on the architecture profession itself, from contracts to practice management, so you’re prepared not just for the tests, but for your career as an architect.
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Understanding Floor Area Ratio (FAR) | PA
In this special episode, we go into the complexities of Floor Area Ratio (FAR). Derived from a live Mind Over ARE coaching call, this recap offers crucial insights for navigating the ARE 5.0 exam and understanding key architectural concepts. The episode explores the significance of FAR in architectural practice, provides practical examples, and discusses how FAR impacts design feasibility, zoning regulations, and city planning. This session aims to transform a potential stumbling block into a definitive strength, equipping listeners with the knowledge to confidently tackle FAR-related questions in their exams and professional practice.
00:00 Introduction to the Audio Recap
00:59 Understanding Floor Area Ratio (FAR)
01:46 Practical Application: Chicago Example
03:11 Importance of FAR in Urban Planning
05:51 Advanced Concepts and Economic Implications
07:45 Conclusion and Invitation to keep going
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