21st Century

21st Century materials are very advanced and creative in there usage. The introduction of man made material such as Styrofoam  and PVC were very revolutionary in the building industry. The man made materials that were popularized in the 21st century have also created the need for a green movement due to the impact all of the non-biodegradable materials.  
The green movement encourages the use of environmentally responsible materials. It also takes inspiration from nature and mimics its appearance or blends with it. It also often uses recycled or re-purposed materials.
The 21st century has many divers building materials and also uses them in diverse ways.