This new edition incorporates comprehensive revision and expansion to the previous edition with new topics and numberous new figures. The text introduces the latest construction practices and processes for tall buildings from foundation to roof. It attempts to acquaint readers with the methods, materials, equipment and systems used for the construction of tall buildings.

The text progresses through the stages of site investigation, excavation and foundation, basement construction, structural systems for the superstructure, site and material handling, wall and floor construction, cladding...