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Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods

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THE #1 REFERENCE ON BUILDING CONSTRUCTION―UPDATED FROM THE GROUND UP 

Edward Allen and Joseph Iano’s Fundamentals of Building Construction has been the go-to reference for thousands of professionals and students of architecture, engineering, and construction technology for over thirty years. The materials and methods described in this new Seventh Edition have been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advancements in the industry. Carefully selected and logically arranged topics―ranging from basic building methods to the principles of structure and enclosure―help readers gain a working knowledge of the field in an enjoyable, easy-to-understand manner. All major construction systems, including light wood frame, mass timber, masonry, steel frame, light gauge steel, and reinforced concrete construction, are addressed.

Now in its Seventh Edition, Fundamentals of Building Construction contains substantial revisions and updates. New illustrations and photographs reflect the latest practices and developments in the industry. Revised chapters address exterior wall systems and high-performance buildings, an updated and comprehensive discussion of building enclosure science, evolving tools for assessing environmental and health impacts of building materials, and more. New and exciting developments in mass timber construction are also included. 

This Seventh Edition includes:

  • 125 new or updated illustrations and photographs, as well as 40 new photorealistic renderings
  • The latest in construction project delivery methods, construction scheduling, and trends in information technology affecting building design and construction
  • Updated discussion of the latest LEED and Living Building Challenge sustainability standards along with expanded coverage of new methods for assessing the environmental impacts of materials and buildings
  • Expanded coverage of mass timber materials, fire resistance of mass timber, and the design and construction of tall wood buildings
  • Revised end-of-chapter sections, including references, websites, key terminology, review questions, and exercises
  • Fully-updated collection of best-in-class ancillary materials: PowerPoint lecture slides, Instructor’s Manual, Test Bank, Interactive Exercises, and more
  • Companion book, Exercises in Building Construction, available in print and eBook format

For the nuts and bolts on building construction practices and materials, Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 7th Edition lays the foundation that every architect and construction professional needs to build a successful career. 

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THE #1 REFERENCE ON BUILDING CONSTRUCTION—UPDATED FROM THE GROUND UP

Edward Allen and Joseph Iano's Fundamentals of Building Construction has been the go-to reference for thousands of professionals and students of architecture, engineering, and construction technology for over 30 years. The materials and methods described in the new seventh edition have been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advancements in the industry. Carefully selected and logically arranged topics—ranging from basic building methods to the principles of structure and enclosure—help readers gain a working knowledge of the field in an enjoyable, easy-to-understand manner. All major construction systems, including light wood frame, mass timber, masonry, steel frame, light gauge steel, and reinforced concrete construction, are addressed.

Now in its seventh edition, Fundamentals of Building Construction contains substantial revisions and updates. New illustrations and photographs reflect the latest practices and developments in the industry. Revised chapters address exterior wall systems and high-performance buildings, an updated and comprehensive discussion of building enclosure science, evolving tools for assessing environmental and health impacts of building materials, and more. New and exciting developments in mass timber construction are also included. This Seventh Edition includes:

  • 125 new or updated illustrations and photographs, as well as 40 new photorealistic renderings
  • The latest in construction project delivery methods, construction scheduling, and trends in information technology affecting building design and construction
  • Updated discussion of the latest LEED and Living Building Challenge sustainability standards along with expanded coverage of new methods for assessing the environmental impacts of materials and buildings
  • Expanded coverage of mass timber materials, fire resistance of mass timber, and the design and construction of tall wood buildings
  • Revised end-of-chapter sections, including references, websites, key terminology, review questions, and exercises
  • Collection of best-in-class ancillary materials: PowerPoint lecture slides, Instructor's Manual, Test Bank, Interactive Exercises, and more
  • Companion book, Exercises in Building Construction, available in print and eBook format

For the nuts and bolts on building construction practices and materials, Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, Seventh Edition lays the foundation that every architect and construction professional needs to build a successful career.

From the Back Cover

THE #1 REFERENCE ON BUILDING CONSTRUCTION UPDATED FROM THE GROUND UP

Edward Allen and Joseph Iano's Fundamentals of Building Construction has been the go-to reference for thousands of professionals and students of architecture, engineering, and construction technology for over 30 years. The materials and methods described in the new seventh edition have been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advancements in the industry. Carefully selected and logically arranged topics ranging from basic building methods to the principles of structure and enclosure help readers gain a working knowledge of the field in an enjoyable, easy-to-understand manner. All major construction systems, including light wood frame, mass timber, masonry, steel frame, light gauge steel, and reinforced concrete construction, are addressed.

Now in its seventh edition, Fundamentals of Building Construction contains substantial revisions and updates. New illustrations and photographs reflect the latest practices and developments in the industry. Revised chapters address exterior wall systems and high-performance buildings, an updated and comprehensive discussion of building enclosure science, evolving tools for assessing environmental and health impacts of building materials, and more. New and exciting developments in mass timber construction are also included. This Seventh Edition includes:

  • 125 new or updated illustrations and photographs, as well as 40 new photorealistic renderings
  • The latest in construction project delivery methods, construction scheduling, and trends in information technology affecting building design and construction
  • Updated discussion of the latest LEED and Living Building Challenge sustainability standards along with expanded coverage of new methods for assessing the environmental impacts of materials and buildings
  • Expanded coverage of mass timber materials, fire resistance of mass timber, and the design and construction of tall wood buildings
  • Revised end-of-chapter sections, including references, websites, key terminology, review questions, and exercises
  • Collection of best-in-class ancillary materials: PowerPoint lecture slides, Instructor's Manual, Test Bank, Interactive Exercises, and more
  • Companion book, Exercises in Building Construction, available in print and eBook format

For the nuts and bolts on building construction practices and materials, Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, Seventh Edition lays the foundation that every architect and construction professional needs to build a successful career.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Building construction

J. · October 4, 2025

Great book on building construction

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Buy

C.L. · June 13, 2025

Great Quality and need to resale cause class is over.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource!

B. · March 3, 2025

This book was a textbook for a class I took back in the fall. It’s a very long read but filled with great information. I am convinced this should be any any builders library!

5.0 out of 5 stars Wouldn’t of passed without this

Z.G. · December 20, 2024

This book has soooo much good information regarding civil engineering. I will keep this for the rest of my life.

4.0 out of 5 stars Knowledge for all in construction.

i. · July 24, 2025

Very thorough.

5.0 out of 5 stars Can't think of one

Y.A. · March 1, 2024

I liked the clarity of its presentation, but wish it were printed at a larger scale. Thanks

5.0 out of 5 stars The book was in good conditions

Y. · September 6, 2023

The media could not be loaded. The book came in good conditions which is good I was afraid to buying it cause of the reviews it's has .😇

5.0 out of 5 stars very extensive and detailed

P.B. · July 26, 2023

The book is very detailed, covering all parts of building components. Great for engineers, architects and other construction professionals. Thanks

Extremely helpful

H.Á. · April 22, 2023

I moved in to Canada about 7 months from Brazil, countries with completely different constructive methods. The book it’s extremely helpful with lots os schematic drawings, great contextualization and amazing didactics.

Useful

A.C. · September 8, 2025

A lot of basic construction knowledge for amateurs

Good Buy

R. · March 6, 2021

Love the content, the way everything is explained and the pictures to go with it. I noticed though, because of the glossy finish, if the hands are sweaty or oily, the ink (on the pictures or words) tend to get smudged. Just started reading the book and on chapter 2.

Arrived with damaged pages

T.G. · January 9, 2023

Arrived with the corner of pages 101 to 116 ripped out. From now on I will always check the pages inside a book as soon as I receive it. Unfortunately, I noticed the problem when it was too late to return the book.

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Imported From: United States

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All items are shipped by air, and any products classified as “Dangerous Goods (DG)” under IATA regulations will be removed from the order and cancelled.

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Description:

THE #1 REFERENCE ON BUILDING CONSTRUCTION―UPDATED FROM THE GROUND UP 

Edward Allen and Joseph Iano’s Fundamentals of Building Construction has been the go-to reference for thousands of professionals and students of architecture, engineering, and construction technology for over thirty years. The materials and methods described in this new Seventh Edition have been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advancements in the industry. Carefully selected and logically arranged topics―ranging from basic building methods to the principles of structure and enclosure―help readers gain a working knowledge of the field in an enjoyable, easy-to-understand manner. All major construction systems, including light wood frame, mass timber, masonry, steel frame, light gauge steel, and reinforced concrete construction, are addressed.

Now in its Seventh Edition, Fundamentals of Building Construction contains substantial revisions and updates. New illustrations and photographs reflect the latest practices and developments in the industry. Revised chapters address exterior wall systems and high-performance buildings, an updated and comprehensive discussion of building enclosure science, evolving tools for assessing environmental and health impacts of building materials, and more. New and exciting developments in mass timber construction are also included. 

This Seventh Edition includes:

  • 125 new or updated illustrations and photographs, as well as 40 new photorealistic renderings
  • The latest in construction project delivery methods, construction scheduling, and trends in information technology affecting building design and construction
  • Updated discussion of the latest LEED and Living Building Challenge sustainability standards along with expanded coverage of new methods for assessing the environmental impacts of materials and buildings
  • Expanded coverage of mass timber materials, fire resistance of mass timber, and the design and construction of tall wood buildings
  • Revised end-of-chapter sections, including references, websites, key terminology, review questions, and exercises
  • Fully-updated collection of best-in-class ancillary materials: PowerPoint lecture slides, Instructor’s Manual, Test Bank, Interactive Exercises, and more
  • Companion book, Exercises in Building Construction, available in print and eBook format

For the nuts and bolts on building construction practices and materials, Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, 7th Edition lays the foundation that every architect and construction professional needs to build a successful career. 

Read more

Editorial Reviews

From the Inside Flap

THE #1 REFERENCE ON BUILDING CONSTRUCTION—UPDATED FROM THE GROUND UP

Edward Allen and Joseph Iano's Fundamentals of Building Construction has been the go-to reference for thousands of professionals and students of architecture, engineering, and construction technology for over 30 years. The materials and methods described in the new seventh edition have been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advancements in the industry. Carefully selected and logically arranged topics—ranging from basic building methods to the principles of structure and enclosure—help readers gain a working knowledge of the field in an enjoyable, easy-to-understand manner. All major construction systems, including light wood frame, mass timber, masonry, steel frame, light gauge steel, and reinforced concrete construction, are addressed.

Now in its seventh edition, Fundamentals of Building Construction contains substantial revisions and updates. New illustrations and photographs reflect the latest practices and developments in the industry. Revised chapters address exterior wall systems and high-performance buildings, an updated and comprehensive discussion of building enclosure science, evolving tools for assessing environmental and health impacts of building materials, and more. New and exciting developments in mass timber construction are also included. This Seventh Edition includes:

  • 125 new or updated illustrations and photographs, as well as 40 new photorealistic renderings
  • The latest in construction project delivery methods, construction scheduling, and trends in information technology affecting building design and construction
  • Updated discussion of the latest LEED and Living Building Challenge sustainability standards along with expanded coverage of new methods for assessing the environmental impacts of materials and buildings
  • Expanded coverage of mass timber materials, fire resistance of mass timber, and the design and construction of tall wood buildings
  • Revised end-of-chapter sections, including references, websites, key terminology, review questions, and exercises
  • Collection of best-in-class ancillary materials: PowerPoint lecture slides, Instructor's Manual, Test Bank, Interactive Exercises, and more
  • Companion book, Exercises in Building Construction, available in print and eBook format

For the nuts and bolts on building construction practices and materials, Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, Seventh Edition lays the foundation that every architect and construction professional needs to build a successful career.

From the Back Cover

THE #1 REFERENCE ON BUILDING CONSTRUCTION UPDATED FROM THE GROUND UP

Edward Allen and Joseph Iano's Fundamentals of Building Construction has been the go-to reference for thousands of professionals and students of architecture, engineering, and construction technology for over 30 years. The materials and methods described in the new seventh edition have been thoroughly updated to reflect the latest advancements in the industry. Carefully selected and logically arranged topics ranging from basic building methods to the principles of structure and enclosure help readers gain a working knowledge of the field in an enjoyable, easy-to-understand manner. All major construction systems, including light wood frame, mass timber, masonry, steel frame, light gauge steel, and reinforced concrete construction, are addressed.

Now in its seventh edition, Fundamentals of Building Construction contains substantial revisions and updates. New illustrations and photographs reflect the latest practices and developments in the industry. Revised chapters address exterior wall systems and high-performance buildings, an updated and comprehensive discussion of building enclosure science, evolving tools for assessing environmental and health impacts of building materials, and more. New and exciting developments in mass timber construction are also included. This Seventh Edition includes:

  • 125 new or updated illustrations and photographs, as well as 40 new photorealistic renderings
  • The latest in construction project delivery methods, construction scheduling, and trends in information technology affecting building design and construction
  • Updated discussion of the latest LEED and Living Building Challenge sustainability standards along with expanded coverage of new methods for assessing the environmental impacts of materials and buildings
  • Expanded coverage of mass timber materials, fire resistance of mass timber, and the design and construction of tall wood buildings
  • Revised end-of-chapter sections, including references, websites, key terminology, review questions, and exercises
  • Collection of best-in-class ancillary materials: PowerPoint lecture slides, Instructor's Manual, Test Bank, Interactive Exercises, and more
  • Companion book, Exercises in Building Construction, available in print and eBook format

For the nuts and bolts on building construction practices and materials, Fundamentals of Building Construction: Materials and Methods, Seventh Edition lays the foundation that every architect and construction professional needs to build a successful career.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Building construction

J. · October 4, 2025

Great book on building construction

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Buy

C.L. · June 13, 2025

Great Quality and need to resale cause class is over.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Resource!

B. · March 3, 2025

This book was a textbook for a class I took back in the fall. It’s a very long read but filled with great information. I am convinced this should be any any builders library!

5.0 out of 5 stars Wouldn’t of passed without this

Z.G. · December 20, 2024

This book has soooo much good information regarding civil engineering. I will keep this for the rest of my life.

4.0 out of 5 stars Knowledge for all in construction.

i. · July 24, 2025

Very thorough.

5.0 out of 5 stars Can't think of one

Y.A. · March 1, 2024

I liked the clarity of its presentation, but wish it were printed at a larger scale. Thanks

5.0 out of 5 stars The book was in good conditions

Y. · September 6, 2023

The media could not be loaded. The book came in good conditions which is good I was afraid to buying it cause of the reviews it's has .😇

5.0 out of 5 stars very extensive and detailed

P.B. · July 26, 2023

The book is very detailed, covering all parts of building components. Great for engineers, architects and other construction professionals. Thanks

Extremely helpful

H.Á. · April 22, 2023

I moved in to Canada about 7 months from Brazil, countries with completely different constructive methods. The book it’s extremely helpful with lots os schematic drawings, great contextualization and amazing didactics.

Useful

A.C. · September 8, 2025

A lot of basic construction knowledge for amateurs

Good Buy

R. · March 6, 2021

Love the content, the way everything is explained and the pictures to go with it. I noticed though, because of the glossy finish, if the hands are sweaty or oily, the ink (on the pictures or words) tend to get smudged. Just started reading the book and on chapter 2.

Arrived with damaged pages

T.G. · January 9, 2023

Arrived with the corner of pages 101 to 116 ripped out. From now on I will always check the pages inside a book as soon as I receive it. Unfortunately, I noticed the problem when it was too late to return the book.

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