Construction Types: Master All Five for ARE Exam Success

Learn all about construction types and how they impact your building designs and ARE exam success!

In this comprehensive guide, I break down the five types of building construction from Type I (fire-resistive) to Type V (wood-frame) that every architect needs to master.

Understanding the differences between Type 1, Type 2, Type 3, Type 4, and Type 5 construction is crucial for the ARE exam, especially in the Construction & Evaluation, PPD, and PDD divisions. I'll explain when to use each construction type, their fire ratings, and how they affect building height and area limitations.

📝 FREE Resources

Dive deeper into construction types with our FREE 2-page PDF – perfect for ARE exam prep and quick reference during practice: https://academy2.youngarchitect.com/construction-types/

🔗 RESOURCES

- Building Codes 101 Course: https://youngarchitect.com/ARE101

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

Know the difference between Type I-A and I-B? How about when to use non-combustible construction vs. ordinary construction? This episode covers all the nuances you need to know for your architectural practice and exam success!

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