Daniel H. Burnham

Daniel H. Burnham was a prominent American architect and city planner in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He played a key role in designing some of Chicago's most famous buildings, like the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, and helped develop the city's plan for orderly growth. Burnham emphasized the importance of well-designed urban spaces and was a pioneer in the City Beautiful movement, which aimed to make cities more beautiful and functional. His work combined aesthetic appeal with practicality, influencing modern architecture and urban planning.