Minoru Yamasaki (1912–1986) shaped postwar modernism with his elegant, human-centered architectural vision, often blending minimalist forms with intricate detailing. Best known for designing the original World Trade Center in New York, he also created the Rainier Tower in Seattle and the Pruitt-Igoe housing complex in St. Louis. His work often featured symmetry, delicate arches, and textured facades, reflecting his search for serenity in architecture. Though his reputation was challenged by the demolition of Pruitt-Igoe, Yamasaki’s influence endures in his fusion of modernist principles with elements of tranquility, intimacy, and structural refinement.