1. The development of Ancient Egyptian architecture, featuring massive, geometrically proportioned stone structures such as pyramids and temples.
2. The invention of the arch in Ancient Greece and Rome, which allowed for the creation of larger and more complex structures such as the Colosseum and the aqueducts.
3. The Gothic period in Europe, which saw the development of intricate, ornate design features like ribbed vaulting, pointed arches, and stained glass windows.
4. The Renaissance in Italy, which saw the revival of Classical architectural principles and the development of new methods for creating perspective and depth in two-dimensional art and architecture.
5. The advent of steel and reinforced concrete construction in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, which enabled the creation of skyscrapers and large-scale commercial and residential buildings.
6. The rise of Modernist architecture in the mid-20th century, characterized by a focus on simplicity, functionality, and the use of new materials like glass and steel.
7. The integration of computational and digital technologies into the design and construction process, which has enabled new levels of precision and complexity in contemporary architecture.
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