Ricardo Legorreta (1931–2011) was a Mexican architect known for his bold, colorful, and geometric designs that modernized Mexican architectural traditions. Influenced by Luis Barragán, he emphasized light, water, courtyards, and vibrant hues, as seen in projects like the Camino Real Hotel in Mexico City, the San Antonio Public Library, and the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. His architecture combined monumentality with warmth, creating inviting public spaces and private retreats. Legorreta’s ability to blend tradition with contemporary forms earned him global recognition, and his work continues to define Mexican modernist architecture.