Andrea Palladio (1528-1580)

Andrea Palladio was a renowned Italian architect of the 16th century, celebrated for his classical style inspired by ancient Greek and Roman designs. His work emphasized harmony, proportion, and balance, influencing Western architecture for centuries. Palladio's most famous contributions include designing elegant villas and public buildings in northern Italy, notably the Palladian style that combines symmetry with clarity of structure. His ideas were documented in his influential treatise, "The Four Books of Architecture," which spread his principles globally. Palladio's architecture remains influential today, shaping modern designs and conceptualizing the timeless beauty of classical aesthetics.