Understanding building area measurements is crucial for ARE exam success and professional practice!
In this episode, we break down the differences between Gross Area, Rentable Area, Usable Area, and Net areas using the easy-to-remember GRUN framework.
Never mix up these measurements again! We cover:
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The hierarchy of building measurements
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How to calculate building efficiency
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Common exam traps and how to avoid them
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Real-world examples that make these concepts click
Check out our blogpost for a more indepth written version breaking down building area calculations: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/gross-rentable-usable-and-net-areas/
🔗 Resources:
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Download our FREE 2-page study guide with diagrams and formulas: https://youngarchitect.com/AREA
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Watch the companion video with practice questions: https://youtu.be/dYLvVU7eW5E
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Learn more about our ARE prep resources: https://youngarchitect.com
Want to master area measurements for the ARE exam? Get our comprehensive PA 101 course with dozens of practice questions on this topic: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/join/ncarb-are-101/
If you're studying for the ARE, join our 10-week ARE Boot Camp for personalized coaching and community support: https://youngarchitect.com/arebootcamp/
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