“Design nature”: A color interpretation of Bauhaus school building in Dessau and its conceptual origins

Bauhaus architecture redefined the role of color in design, shifting from subjective to objective methods rooted in natural laws. The study reveals that Walter Gropius used color to convey a 'natural perspective,' embedding deeper connotations into architectural expression. By analyzing the Bauhaus school building in Dessau, researchers traced the evolution of color cognition through historical investigation and theoretical research, dissecting its conceptual framework and perceptual methods. This approach not only highlights the scientific design behind Bauhaus color but also underscores its enduring value as a spatial experience tool.

Meng, Y., & Liu, W. (2025). “Design nature”: A color interpretation of Bauhaus school building in Dessau and its conceptual origins. Frontiers of Architectural Research, 14(1), 32–61. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.foar.2024.06.012