The Rochester chapter of The American Institute of Architects
Emerging Rochester Architects (ERA)
Selected Events for Emerging Professionals
AIA Rochester ARE® Study Materials Library
The chapter owns ARE study materials which can be borrowed by any AIA Rochester member in good standing.
Contact our Director of Emerging Professionals Emily Steinbacher to arrange to borrow them.
Let us know if you are looking for something we do not already own.
BRIGHTWOOD 5.0 - FLASHCARDS
Project Development & Documentation
Project Planning & Design
Construction & Evaluation
Practice Management
Project Management
Programming & Analysis
BRIGHTWOOD 5.0 – STUDY GUIDES
Practice Management
Project Management
Programming & Analysis
Project Development & Documentation
Construction & Evaluation
Project Planning & Design
BOOK
Mechanical and Electrical Equipment for Buildings
BALLAST – 2nd Edition
ARE Review Manual (Covers all 7 sections) – 2 copies
Construction Document & Services – ARE Sample Problems & Practice Exam
Schematic Design
Site Planning & Design
Building Systems
Building Design & Construction Systems
PROFESSIONAL PUBLICATIONS INC.
ARE 5 Practice Problems for the ARE Exam
Flash Card set covering: Codes & standards, Programming, Planning & Practice, Site Planning & Design, Building Design & Construction Systems, Structural Systems & Construction Documents & Services
ARE® Online Resources
There are plenty of free, online resources to augment your ARE studies. Here are a handful to start with. Email us and we will add your favorites here.
AIA BPKC has started a series of informative videos explaining concepts of building performance including condensation, masonry, and drip edges.
A general introduction to everything about the Architectural Registration Exams and the resources that AIA Cincinnati offers. From eligibility requirements, the rolling clock, and general guidelines to sample question types, practice materials, and working with the digital testing software.
Free ARE podcast episodes breaking down architect exam topics and strategies for NCARB's six divisions. Valuable study content covering what's tested on the ARE from Young Architect Academy, who've guided thousands to licensure since 2013.
Elif Bayram is a licensed architect and the founder of AREQuestions.com. Her goal is to use this channel to share some free resources with architectural workers who are trying to become licensed architects in the US. Please visit Elif's website, arequestions.com, to see all of the ARE content provided. Elif presented to AIA Rochester in February of 2025.
AXP® Resources
AXP® Licensing Advisors
AIA Rochester has two AXP Licensing Advisors. Please reach out to either advisor for guidance and answers to your licensing questions:
William C. Dean, RA, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP
Professor of Architecture and Chair
Department of Architecture and Design
Alfred State College
Julius J. Chiavaroli, AIA Member Emeritus
Professor, Department of Architecture
Golisano Institute for Sustainability
Rochester Institute of Technology
Resources & Quick Links
List of accredited architecture programs
Organization associated with experience, examination, and reciprocity
Finding an employer that will support your licensure goals
Best practices in licensure support for firms
ERA News
2025-2026 Emerging Professionals Director
The Emerging Rochester Architects (ERA) is a subcommittee of AIA Rochester, and is chaired by the AIA Rochester Emerging Professionals Director.
Our membership includes associates, architects, and architectural students who have an enthusiasm for architecture, design, and Rochester. ERA is the vehicle for hosting events and programs that are fun, foster professional development, and engage the community with a focus on architecture and design. The broad nature of ERA’s framework allows the members to steer it in a direction that is their passion and will best benefit them, allowing future generations to make ERA their own.
