Ask AI: What period/ era is before the industrial revolution in architecture?

Before the Industrial Revolution, the prominent era in architecture was the Neoclassical period, which ranges roughly from mid-18th century to the early 19th century. This era was characterized by grandeur of scale, simplicity of geometric forms, Greek or Roman detail, dramatic use of columns, and a preference for blank walls. The Palace of Versailles in France is a prime example of Neoclassical architecture. Moreover, various architectural movements like Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque, to name a few, also preceded the Industrial Revolution depending on the region. These movements represented the technological, cultural, and artistic endeavors till the advent of the Industrial Revolution.