8 Best Books on Building Science

We have compiled a list of the Best Reference Books on Building Science, which are used by students of top universities, and colleges. This will help you choose the right book depending on if you are a beginner or an expert. Here is the complete list of Building Science Books with their authors, publishers, and an unbiased review of them as well as links to the Amazon website to directly purchase them. If permissible, you can also download the free PDF books on Building Science below.

 
1."Civil Engineering: Conventional and Objective Type" by Khurmi R S and Gupta J K
“Civil Engineering: Conventional and Objective Type” Book Review: The book has been primarily designed to help undergraduate Civil Engineering students prepare for various competitive examinations such as GATE, UPSC, IAS, and Indian Engineering Services, as well as university level examinations. It contains over 4500 objective questions along with solved and unsolved questions arranged by topic. The book covers a range of topics starting from Oscillations and Waves, Electrostatics, Light, Architectural Acoustics, Electron Optics, Thermoelectricity, Atomic and Quantum Physics, Nuclear Instruments, Crystal Structures and their Defects, Semiconductors and Devices, Modern Engineering Materials, Non Destructive Testing, Nanotechnology and Geometrical Optics.

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2."Manual of Tropical Housing and Building" by Koenigsberger
“Manual of Tropical Housing and Building” Book Review: The book is a guide designed specifically for students in Architecture, Environmental Design, Climate Control, and Housing. It will also be useful for working professionals, investors, and developers. The book covers the theory related to climatic changes and their impact on designs. It provides solutions to real-life problems by teaching students how to analyze the effect of climatic changes on residents’ living and working patterns. The book covers topics such as given and desirable conditions, principles of thermal design and methods of control, light and noise control, and applications and design aids.

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3."Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures" by N Subramanian
“Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures” Book Review: This book covers a variety of topics such as concrete properties, elemental designs of structures, compression and tension members, beams and slabs, shear torsion, uniaxial and biaxial bending, and interaction of forces. The first chapter includes topics such as chemical admixtures and mineral admixtures, hydration of cement, types of concrete, sifcon and simcon, ferrocement, steel reinforcing, corrosion, cube and cylindrical tests. The second chapter covers sections such as flooring and roofing, basics of structural elements, and related topics. The book caters to the needs of undergraduate civil and structural engineering students, postgraduate students, practicing engineers, and researchers. It has been written in accordance with the current Indian code of practice and includes solved examples, review questions, practice questions, illustrations, and practical advice and methods.

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4."Planning the City – Urbanization and Reform in Calcutta" by Partho Datta
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5."Introduction to Architectural Science: The Basis of Sustainable Design" by Steven V Szokolay
“Introduction to Architectural Science: The Basis of Sustainable Design” Book Review: The book provides comprehensive information that can assist architecture undergraduates in designing and renovating buildings. It is an excellent reference for Architectural Science fundamentals, with minimal emphasis on energy-intensive techniques such as air conditioning. The book covers all significant advancements in heat, light, and sound management while maintaining sustainable and bioclimatic designs. The new edition has additional information on small-scale energy generation methods and various associated techniques.

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6."Complete Technical Bim Project Using Autodesk Revit: Architecture, Structure, Mep" by Mohammad Imtaar
“Complete Technical Bim Project Using Autodesk Revit: Architecture, Structure, Mep” Book Review: The purpose of this book is to assist students with no prior practical knowledge or experience in using Revit. It provides step-by-step guidance on building architectural, structural, electrical, and mechanical models using Autodesk Revit. No prior knowledge is necessary since the book teaches each step in detail, from the beginning to the completion of the model. The book is divided into three parts: Architecture, Structure, and MEP. The architectural model is built in the first part, and the insights gained from that part are used to construct the structural model. Finally, lighting, air conditioning, and plumbing services are added to the architectural model created in the first part.

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7."Exterior Building Enclosures: Design Process and Composition for Innovative Facades" by Keith Boswell
“Exterior Building Enclosures: Design Process and Composition for Innovative Facades” Book Review: This book covers topics related to building exteriors, including participants, design procedures, construction, brick masonry, natural stone masonry, architectural concrete, metal framing, and class. It includes a step-by-step process for designing and constructing building enclosures, with a focus on structural considerations, weather protection, and fire safety. The book also discusses construction challenges and provides summaries. This book is beneficial for green design consultants and commercial building project managers.

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8."Passive House Details: Solutions for High-Performance Design" by Donald B Corner and Alison G Kwok
“Passive House Details: Solutions for High-Performance Design” Book Review: This book explains the fundamental principles and design procedures for constructing ultra-low energy buildings. It covers topics such as heat transfer, moisture management, climatic zones, and performance targets, with 14 case studies and over 375 color images to explain the concepts easily. The book aims to elucidate design objectives, the most energy-efficient buildings, carbon-neutral buildings, and healthy environments. This book is beneficial for civil engineering students.

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