PA: Programming and Analysis

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Access resources covering pre-design investigation and site evaluation techniques for architectural projects. This category includes content on environmental assessment, site analysis, code research, programming, and client needs evaluation required for the Programming & Analysis division of the ARE 5.0. Materials focus on understanding project requirements before design begins, including zoning analysis, code compliance, and establishing project parameters. This division marks the transition from practice management to the technical aspects of architectural design.

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The Client Factor: Public vs Private Architecture Projects

This podcast is also available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts One question can determine the entire course of an architecture project: Is the client public or private? This seemingly simple distinction fundamentally transforms every...