Trezzini

Trezzini is a surname of Italian origin. It is most notably associated with Domenico Trezzini (c. 1670 – 1734), a Swiss-Italian architect who spent much of his career in Russia. Trezzini is considered one of the founders of the Petrine Baroque style in architecture. His most significant works include the Peter and Paul Cathedral in Saint Petersburg, the Twelve Collegia building (now part of Saint Petersburg State University), and the Summer Palace of Peter the Great in Saint Petersburg. His architectural contributions were instrumental in shaping the early appearance of the new Russian capital. The surname Trezzini, while not exceptionally common, can be found in various parts of Italy and among individuals of Italian descent worldwide. Its etymology is likely to be locational or occupational, though specific details are not widely documented. The legacy of Domenico Trezzini continues to be studied and appreciated in the fields of art history and architecture.