a) Daniel Burnham

Daniel Burnham played a significant role in urban development during the Progressive Era. As an architect and urban planner, Burnham was instrumental in the City Beautiful movement. His work included the plan for Chicago’s 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition and the design of several landmark buildings. Burnham’s emphasis on grand, classical styles and his vision for organized urban planning significantly influenced the development of American cities, promoting beauty, order, and cultural harmony in urban design.