Birthplace: Paris
André Le Nôtre was a renowned French landscape architect celebrated for his role as the principal gardener of King Louis XIV of France. He is best known for his exceptional work in designing the gardens of the Palace of Versailles, which epitomized the French formal garden style. Le Nôtre also worked on projects at Vaux-le-Vicomte and other sites before his tenure at Versailles, demonstrating his expertise in garden and park design. His innovative planning techniques, such as elongating vistas and establishing iconic avenues, have had a lasting influence on the landscape architecture profession.
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