Whether you’re a licensure candidate looking for reputable study tips or an architect interested in expanding your skills, studies show that well-designed videos can improve knowledge retention. We sifted through the noise to find YouTube creators who leverage compelling visuals, trusted research, and expert interviews.
Stewart Hicks
Chicago-based architecture educator Stewart Hicks explores the hidden side of cities and the built environment. Through a historical lens, videos tackle everything from popular design traps (think reality TV houses) to how cities are reimagining urban living.
Canadian architect Dami Lee blends design research with cinematic storytelling to explain how architecture shapes the way we live, think, and connect. For sci-fi fans, favorite videos unpack architecture in famous movies and whether cyberpunk cities are closer to reality than we think.
ArchDaily
For almost 20 years, ArchDaily has been a go-to platform for designers around the world. History buffs will enjoy the Architect Spotlight series, a retrospective of influential (and sometimes controversial) architects like Le Corbusier, Charles and Ray Eames, and Zaha Hadid.
Archimarathon
Australian educator Kevin Hüi and architect Andrew Maynard travel the world to tour architectural sites, exploring off-the-beaten-path places along the way. The duo also creates videos for students, covering topics like the importance of drawing to scale and prepping for job interviews.
30X40 Design Workshop
Maine architect Eric Reinholdt, who specializes in modern, minimalist homes, provides an inside look at his design process. Emerging professionals will appreciate his model tutorials and list of must-have supplies for architecture school.
BYoung Design
California architect Bryn Young started her channel to share updates on her licensure journey, including taking the Architect Registration Examination® (ARE®). Now principal of her own design studio, her popular videos cover architecture basics, Revit tutorials, and the Los Angeles wildfires.
Gabby Bermea
Texas architect Gabriella Bermea guides viewers through the process of architectural licensure. She is known for fostering collaborative, community-driven solutions that empower students, educators, and communities connected to the profession. Additionally, she serves as an NCARB volunteer.
NCARB
Our ARE 5.0 Test Prep Video series is essential for exam candidates, with exclusive insights, sample questions, and suggested study materials. You can also learn about the latest program updates and hear licensure tips through NCARB Live, our webinar series for candidates and architects.
This article was reviewed and updated in 2026.
