Walter Gropius: the Visionary Master of Modernism
April 14, 2025
The founder of the artistic hive mind of Bauhaus? German-American architect Walter Gropius – a man intent on art being for the people.
Architecture
Sacred Geometry in Art History: Divine Creativity
March 26, 2025
Sacred geometry has inspired artists for generations, from the precise placement of sanctuaries to the anatomical accuracy of Renaissance revolutionaries.
The International Style: A Revolution in Modern Architecture, Design, and Art
March 19, 2025
Emphasizing simplicity, clean lines, and the use of modern materials, the International Style was one of the most influential movements in modern design.
Masters of the Bauhaus: Shaping Modernism’s Legacy
November 4, 2024
The world as we know it would look different if it weren’t for the influence of the Bauhaus, an influential avant-garde school of design.
What is Modernism? A Guide to Art, Literature, and Design
October 14, 2024
What is Modernism? For artists, writers and designers, this period of rapid growth marked a break with tradition and a move toward new ideas and techniques.
The Art of Intarsia: Exploring the Intricate Craftsmanship of Wood Inlay
September 9, 2024
The art of intarsia has produced some awe-inspiring pieces of Renaissance craftsmanship; these wooden ‘paintings’ have a geometrical illusion of depth.
Shaker Design: An Enduring Legacy of Simplicity and Serenity
July 15, 2024
Strikingly simple yet timelessly elegant, Shaker design has become one of the most universally compelling styles of American design.
Architectural Evolution: A Journey through European Architecture by Era
June 19, 2024
From the grandeur of the Renaissance to the organic lines of Art Nouveau, European architecture shaped town planning in ways that are still evident today.
Artistic Uprising: Exploring The Vienna Secession’s Impact on Modern Aesthetics
December 20, 2023
“To each age its art; to art its freedom.” Written on the Vienna Secession Building, it once served as a mission statement for pioneering Austrian artists.
Less is More: The styling of Mies van der Rohe That Still Influences Architects Today
July 18, 2023
Mies Van Der Rohe's designs decorate everyday life and made his International Style of Modernism a global phenomenon adopted on every inhabited continent.
