Bauhaus

The Bauhaus was an innovative art and design school that sought to integrate numerous media and methods to address modern life. Founded by the architect Walter Gropius in 1919, the school originally had three aims: to abolish the “arrogant” distinction between artist and craftsperson by recognizing the knowledge and skills common to both; to mobilize all arts and crafts towards the creation of total design environments; and, to foster links between the school and local manufacturers. The school's impact has been immense, and its ability to exploit new industrial processes and products for consumers has proved far reaching.