Le Corbusier (1887–1965), born Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris, was a Swiss-French architect and a leading figure in Modernist design. Renowned for iconic structures like the Villa Savoye, he championed functionalism and urban planning. Le Corbusier's multidisciplinary influence shaped 20th-century architecture, emphasizing simplicity and efficiency, leaving an enduring legacy in modern design principles.
