Aldo Rossi (1931–1997) was an Italian architect and theorist known for his postmodernist reinterpretation of classical forms. A leading figure in Neo-Rationalism, he designed the San Cataldo Cemetery, the Gallaratese housing complex, and the Teatro Carlo Felice renovation. Rossi’s theoretical work, including The Architecture of the City, redefined urban analysis, emphasizing memory, typology, and historical continuity. Awarded the Pritzker Prize (1990), he was the first Italian recipient, celebrated for his ability to merge historical references with contemporary design. His work remains a fundamental reference in theory-driven, context-aware architecture.