Louis Sullivan and William Jenney changed the face of American cities in the late 1800s primarily by designing and building some of the early skyscrapers. Sullivan is often considered the "father of the skyscraper" for his innovative use of steel-frame construction and his philosophy that form should follow function. William Jenney is credited with designing the first steel-framed skyscraper, the Home Insurance Building in Chicago, which marked a pivotal shift in architectural design and urban development. Their contributions helped shape urban landscapes and set the stage for the vertical growth of cities.
How did Louis Sullivan and William Jenney change the face of American cities in the late 1800s?
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They built the Coney Island amusement parks that drew thousands.
They designed and built some of the early skyscrapers.
They invented the electrical connections that operated streetcars.
They opened some of the first settlement houses.
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