Frederick Law Olmsted Sr.

Frederick Law Olmsted Sr. was a pioneering landscape architect best known for designing many famous parks, including Central Park in New York City. His work focused on creating natural, inviting spaces in urban environments that promote relaxation, community, and enjoyment of nature. Olmsted believed parks should serve as "lungs of the city," offering a respite from city life and improving public health. His designs emphasize harmony with the natural landscape, functional beauty, and social integration, significantly shaping modern urban parks and influencing landscape architecture worldwide.