{"product_id":"fundamentals-of-building-construction-materials-and-methods-8th-edition","title":"Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods (8th Edition)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📘 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBook Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods (8th Edition)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Edward Allen, Joseph Iano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wiley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePages:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 928\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eISBN:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9781394220120\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📖 About this Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is one of the most respected and widely adopted textbooks in architectural education, providing a comprehensive introduction to the materials, methods, and technologies used in modern building construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWritten by renowned educators \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdward Allen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoseph Iano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this classic text explains how buildings are assembled from foundation to roof while connecting construction techniques with architectural design, structural principles, and environmental performance. Richly illustrated with detailed drawings, photographs, and construction details, the book enables students to understand not only how buildings are constructed but also why specific systems and materials are selected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fully updated Eighth Edition reflects the latest developments in the construction industry, including expanded coverage of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emass timber construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebuilding enclosure design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esustainable construction practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecarbon-conscious building strategies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Updated images, diagrams, and real-world case studies help students connect technical concepts with contemporary professional practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether used as a primary textbook or an ongoing professional reference, this volume equips future architects, engineers, and construction professionals with the technical knowledge required to design and construct safe, durable, efficient, and sustainable buildings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📑 Table of Contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntroduction to Building Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction Materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoils and Foundations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcrete Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMasonry Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteel Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWood and Mass Timber Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding Structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding Enclosure Systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalls, Floors, and Roof Assemblies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWindows and Doors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThermal and Moisture Protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterior Finishes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding Codes and Regulations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSustainable Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Reduction Strategies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction Detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase Studies in Building Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📝 Editorial Reviews\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The leading introduction to building construction materials and methods, fully updated for today's construction industry.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Combines architectural principles with practical construction knowledge through clear explanations, detailed illustrations, and real-world examples.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Expanded coverage of mass timber construction, sustainable design, enclosure systems, and carbon-conscious construction reflects today's evolving building industry.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidely used in architecture, construction management, civil engineering, and structural engineering programs, this book has served as the industry standard for more than a generation and continues to prepare students for professional practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👨🏫 About the Authors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdward Allen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an internationally recognized architect, educator, and author whose textbooks have become foundational resources in architectural education. His work emphasizes the relationship between architectural design, construction technology, and environmental performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJoseph Iano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an architect, educator, and longtime collaborator with Edward Allen. Together, they have developed some of the most widely adopted textbooks in building construction, helping generations of students understand construction systems through clear explanations and practical applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🎓 Course Relevance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book is used as a primary or supporting text in:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eARCH411 – Integrated Building Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Integration of architectural design with construction systems\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Building materials and construction methods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Structural systems and building assemblies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Building enclosure and detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Sustainable construction and environmental performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Application of building codes and construction standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilding Construction Courses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Foundations, concrete, masonry, steel, wood, and mass timber construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Construction materials and detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Building assemblies and construction sequencing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArchitectural Technology Courses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Material selection, constructability, and technical design integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction Management Programs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e→ Understanding building systems, construction methods, and interdisciplinary project coordination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis text provides students with a comprehensive understanding of how buildings are designed, assembled, and constructed, making it an essential reference throughout architectural education and professional practice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Hesed Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book has been carefully selected to help students develop a deep understanding of the materials, methods, and craftsmanship that shape the built environment. By integrating technical knowledge with thoughtful design, future architects and construction professionals are equipped to create buildings that are safe, enduring, sustainable, and beneficial to the communities they serve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✨ Your purchase provides one week of course materials for a Hesed student.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📖 Handpicked by Hesed University faculty as essential reading for our programs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🕊️ All proceeds directly support the mission and growth of Hesed University.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48263860846810,"sku":null,"price":151.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/7469\/8202\/files\/20260724-21.jpg?v=1784928600","url":"https:\/\/hesedbookstore.org\/products\/fundamentals-of-building-construction-materials-and-methods-8th-edition","provider":"Hesed BookStore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}