Design of Building Facades

A Guide for Architects and Engineers
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-0-443-36733-5
Verlag: Elsevier Science

Buch, Englisch, 240 Seiten, Format (B × H): 191 mm x 235 mm, Gewicht: 449 g

Design of Building Facades: A Guide for Architects and Engineers bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application in building facade design. The book explores both structural engineering principles and building science concepts. With a focus on various facade types—such as curtain walls, sheet metal facades, and skylights—this textbook equips readers with a thorough understanding of the materials and methodologies that define modern architectural aesthetics and functionality. It covers a wide array of topics, including the historical evolution of building facades, the properties and performance of different facade materials, and the rigorous standards that govern their design and construction.

Readers will gain insights into the types of glass used in facades, ASTM testing standards for curtain wall systems, and the calculation of loads as per ASCE 7. Additionally, the book addresses key building science aspects such as heat transfer, moisture control, and sound transmission, ensuring that readers are well-versed in both the structural and environmental considerations that impact facade performance. Worked examples throughout the text provide practical applications of these concepts, reinforcing the knowledge necessary for effective facade design.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Hajra, Bodhisatta

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Bauingenieurwesen Baukonstruktion, Baufachmaterialien
• Wirtschaftswissenschaften Wirtschaftssektoren & Branchen Bauindustrie, Baugewerbe

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Building facades: Past and Present
2. Glazed facades
3. Design of other glazing structures
4. Cold-formed steel facades
5. Building science concepts applied to façade design

Über Autor(innen)

Hajra, Bodhisatta
Dr. Bodhisatta Hajra is an Assistant Professor of Architectural Engineering at the School of Architecture, Oklahoma State University. Following his undergraduate and graduate degrees in structural engineering from India, he completed his PhD in Building Engineering from Concordia University, Montreal, Canada. He worked as a postdoctoral fellow at Western University, Canada and as a Research Scientist at Florida International University, USA on the wind induced damage of buildings and infrastructure. Prior to joining OSU, he worked for nearly six years in the façade engineering industry in Canada, being involved in the design of several major projects in the USA and Canada. Dr. Hajra’s research interests are in the areas of structural/wind engineering and façade design. At OSU, he teaches several courses including structural analysis, steel and timber design, as well as façade design – a course that he recently developed. Dr. Hajra has published numerous articles in refereed international journals and conferences.