Emily pulls back the curtain on one of architecture's most underappreciated tools: specifications. Discover why this registered architect genuinely loves specs and how understanding them can transform your projects and exam success.

In this illuminating episode, you'll learn:

- The fundamental difference between drawings and specifications

- Why specs serve as crucial legal documents that protect all parties

- How good specifications directly impact building performance and durability

- Practical analogies that make specifications instantly understandable

Emily shares real-world examples from her career showing how detailed specifications saved projects from costly mistakes and prevented change orders. If you're preparing for the ARE or working in the field, this introduction to specifications provides essential knowledge in a clear, approachable way.

Read the full blogpost for this podcast: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/construction-specification-types/

Ready to master specifications for the ARE or CDT® exam?

Check out our resources:

- CDT 101 Course: https://youngarchitect.com/cdt101

- ARE Bootcamp: https://youngarchitect.com/bootcamp

- Young Architect Academy: https://youngarchitect.com/academy

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