Das Bauhaus

Das Bauhaus stands as a groundbreaking institution that redefined the boundaries between art, design, craftsmanship, and technology during its brief 14-year existence (1919–1933). Founded by Walter Gropius in Weimar, it became a hub for pioneering figures like Wassily Kandinsky, Paul Klee, Marianne Brandt, and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The Bauhaus movement integrated aesthetic innovation with functional design, leaving an indelible mark on architecture and art across three sites: Weimar, Dessau, and Bernau (near Berlin). Through its holistic approach, the Bauhaus challenged traditional norms, fostering a synthesis of creative disciplines that continues to influence modern design practices.

Nerdinger, W. (2019). Das Bauhaus. https://doi.org/10.17104/9783406738432