Ludwig Mies van der Rohe (1886–1969) was a German-American architect and designer, celebrated as a master of modernism and a leader of the Bauhaus movement. Renowned for his minimalist philosophy expressed in the phrase “less is more,” he created architecture defined by clarity, open spaces, and the innovative use of steel and glass. Beyond buildings such as the Barcelona Pavilion and the Seagram Building in New York, Mies also designed timeless furniture classics like the Barcelona Chair and the Brno Chair, which remain icons of elegance and simplicity. His legacy endures as one of the most influential forces in shaping modern design and architecture.