Tuesday, July 31, 2012

The Bauhaus, an introduction

Started after World War 1, ended by World War 2.

World War 1 (ended 1919) caused an economical shift, political shift, and cultural shift all over Europe. Left Europe in financial ruin. Founded by architect Walter Gropius.

Bauhaus Philosophy
> Absence of Ornamentation
> Harmony of form and function
> Harmony of craftsmanship and mass production (smart design lowers costs, people were poor then)

IKEA a perfect example of a living legacy applying the philosophy of the Bauhaus.

User Experience + Sustainability + Innovation

Everything is design, every detail needs a design consideration.

In a word, Bauhaus means Harmony.


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