Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 5th Edition
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| Rating | : | 4.48 (675 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 047007468X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 1008 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-10-20 |
| Language | : | English |
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Amazon Customer said Quality book. bought this book 6+ years ago for a class and never left a reviewThe hardcover book arrived in pristine condition and held up to countless study sessions. I recall that the content was very informative in establishing the foundations for which to build an understanding of basic construction principles. I ended up s. Awesome! berlin This book is a must for every architect major or enthusiast. If you know nothing about building and materials; you'll learn quickly. It is well written with many pictures and steps on how to use materials.. "Good deal." according to Katz. Just what I needed - Some writing in the book but it is used.
Joseph Iano is an author, illustrator, and practicing architect who has taught design and technology in schools of architecture throughout the United States, as well as work in the construction trades. Edward Allen, FAIA, has taught for more than thirty-five years as a faculty member at Yale University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and as an invited guest at institutions in the United States, South
We also look forward to a future edition of their outstanding book in which appropriate sustainability considerations have penetrated every topic and page." (ArchitectureWeek, April 13, 2009) . "In the new fifth edition of Fundamentals of Building Construction, Allen and Iano set a new benchmark by incorporating sustainability issues into a mainstream construction textbook, section by section, as in this concise overview from the first chapter
The bestselling reference focuses on the basic materials and methods used in building construction, emphasizing common construction systems such as light wood frames, masonry bearing walls, steel frames, and reinforced concrete. New introductory material on the processes, organization, constraints, and choices in construction offers a better look at the management of construction. Now in its Fifth Edition, this essential textbook has been used by thousands of students annually in schools of architecture, engineering, and construction technology. The Fifth Edition also features more axonometric detail drawings and revised photographs for a thoroughly illustrated approach and the latest IBC 2006, CSI MasterFormat, ASTM references, and LEED information.. New sections covering the building envelope uncover the secrets to designing enclosures for thermal insulation, vapor retarders, air barriers, and moisture control