The Bauhaus Architecture

The Bauhaus Architecture

The  Bauhaus style has a major influence on architecture and design all over the world with its clear lines and the white aesthetic. There are many architectural styles and art which have been existed over the centuries. Talking about one such architectural style which gained a lot of popularity ranging from paintings and graphics to architecture and interiors is the Bauhaus art. Bauhaus art dominated many shops of experimental European art throughout the 1920s and 1930s. Though it’s most closely related to Germany, it attracted and inspired artists of all backgrounds.

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In 1919, German architect Gropius established Staatliches Bauhaus, a faculty dedicated to uniting all branches of the humanities under one roof. The school acted as a hub for Europe’s most experimental creatives, with well-known artists like Albers, Kandinsky, and Klee offering their expertise as instructors. Founded by Gropius, the varsity eventually morphed into its own modern artistic movement characterized by its unique approach to architecture and style.

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Today, Bauhaus is renowned for both its unique aesthetic that inventively combines the fine arts with arts and crafts also as its enduring influence on modern and contemporary art.

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Bauhaus Architecture is characterized by a harmonious balance of geometric shapes and an emphasis on function and directness over ornamentation. Bauhaus buildings emphasized geometric forms, flat roofs, modern materials (like steel, glass, and concrete), and simplified color schemes typically limited to white, grey, beige and black.

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Featuring open plans and lots of glass, it is inspired by the simple yet polished look, with clean lines, a white aesthetic, and very functional design.

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Today, many buildings including Bauhaus Dessau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site have been turned into tourist destinations and house museums, while many major modern art museums incorporate the works of art into their permanent displays and popular exhibitions.

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More About Bauhaus Architecture, Art & Style: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bauhaus

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