Ask AI: how have fossil fuels influenced the architectural world

Fossil fuels have had a huge influence on the architectural world, from the very beginning of the industrial revolution. From allowing materials to be transported more cheaply and easily to allowing the construction of taller, faster, and more complex buildings, fossil fuels have been a key factor in the development of modern architecture. On a larger scale, the underlying energy needs of a building – such as heating and cooling – have been powered by fossil fuels, allowing buildings to reach further into the sky and become more complex. These advancements have changed cities and urban planning as we know it, allowing cities to grow at unprecedented rates. Fossil fuels have also impacted the materials used to construct buildings, such as metal, plastics and synthetics, allowing architects to create structures that are more durable, cost-effective and energy-efficient.