Alberto Churriguera

Alberto Churriguera (1686–1750) was a Spanish architect and a prominent member of the Churriguera family, known for their significant contributions to Spanish Baroque architecture. The family's style, often referred to as Churrigueresque, is characterized by its visually frenetic and exuberantly detailed aesthetic, which is a form of late Baroque or Spanish Rococo.12

Alberto Churriguera is particularly recognized for designing the Plaza Mayor in Salamanca, a notable example of this style. While his brother, José Benito Churriguera, is considered the head of the family and an important architect in his own right, Alberto's work contributed to the overall legacy of the Churrigueresque movement. This style, while sometimes difficult to distinguish between family members' works, became synonymous with the visually rich and ornate architecture of late 17th and early 18th century Spain.13