Cecil Ross Pinsent (1884–1963) was an English architect and landscape designer known for his influential work in Italy during the early to mid-20th century. Renowned for his ability to blend architectural design with natural landscapes, Pinsent left a lasting legacy through his elegant gardens and villas scattered across Italy. Born in Florence to English parents, Pinsent studied architecture in England before returning to Italy, where he spent most of his professional life. Collaborating closely with renowned English architect Edwin Lutyens, Pinsent’s designs reflected a harmonious fusion of English Arts and Crafts principles with Italian Renaissance traditions. Pinsent’s work is characterized by his meticulous attention to detail, refined sense of proportion, and deep appreciation for the surrounding environment. His gardens, often designed in collaboration with landscape architect Harold Peto, are celebrated for their symmetrical layouts, graceful terraces, and carefully curated plantings, which seamlessly integrate with the natural topography. Among Pinsent’s most famous commissions is the garden of Villa I Tatti in Settignano, near Florence, owned by the American art historian Bernard Berenson. This garden, with its serene beauty and timeless elegance, has become an enduring symbol of Pinsent’s mastery of garden design. Throughout his career, Cecil Ross Pinsent’s work left an indelible mark on the landscape of Italy, influencing generations of garden designers and architects with his distinctive style and reverence for the Italian landscape. His legacy continues to inspire admiration and appreciation for the art of garden design around the world.