Bauhaus Buildings Dessau

The twelfth book in the Bauhausbücher series, Bauhaus Buildings Dessau, written by Walter Gropius, highlights the experimental architecture that defined the Bauhaus movement.

Published in 1930, this volume focuses on the iconic structures designed by Gropius in Dessau, Germany, where the Bauhaus school was relocated in 1925. These buildings, including the Bauhaus Dessau School itself, are celebrated for their functional, minimalist design, which embraced the principles of modernism and reflected the school’s mission to integrate art, technology, and industry.

In Bauhaus Buildings Dessau, Gropius presents detailed insights into the architectural innovations that shaped these structures, emphasizing the importance of form following function and the use of industrial materials such as steel, glass, and concrete.

The book serves as both a reflection on Bauhaus design philosophy and a documentation of the groundbreaking architectural achievements that continue to influence modern architecture today.