The Bauhaus Building was built between 1925 and 1926 in Dessau, Germany. Gropius wanted to take a different approach with this school building by incorporating influence from his prior designs with new industrial materials such as reinforced concrete. His fresh approach can also be seen by the geometric, flat roofs. He wanted this building to present the idea of a school, however the glass curtains allow for a vibe leaning towards a well-lit experimental laboratory for new technologies.
Commissioned by the Berlin-based timber entrepreneur Adolf Sommerfeld as his private residence, this house served as the first large scale example of the Bauhaus method of design. The use of wood gives the building a traditional, rustic look, which is outside of Gropius’ normal realm. It was built in 1921 in Berlin, Germany and was tragically destroyed during World War II.
Built in Alfred al der Leine, Lower Saxony, Germany, in the year 1910, Gropius designed this factory with floor to ceiling windows that helps create a sense of light. Not many buildings like this are seen today, as the right angle of the glass corners gives the illusion that the building does not need support. Gropius’ intention was to benefit society with this design, giving factory workers more light and fresh air than was common in traditional factory designs.
The Gropius House was built in 1937 and is located in Lincoln, MA. Walter Gropius built this as his family home shortly after coming to the U.S. He combined wood and brick with glass and steel. It has a wooden frame. Keeping in line with his earlier work, Gropius designed the home to be simple and efficient to accommodate the day-to-day needs of his family.
On a high school trip, I got to tour this beautiful building with my class. From admiring “The Guardian”, to looking at the beautiful dome that it sits upon, I loved exploring this building with my friends. I most enjoyed the stained glass panels and the art portraying Oklahoma history and legendary figures.
The Bizzell Memorial Library is a building that took me a while to appreciate. First semester of freshman year I studied primarily in the study centers in the towers. The Great Reading Room is what made me initially appreciate the Biz. Over three years of all-nighters and group projects, I have clocked a lot of time here. The more I walk around, the more cool little places I find. Can’t wait to look up the clocker tower one day. And who doesn’t love having coffee that easily accessible!
My grandmother lived in St. Paul, Minnesota for a few years. My family was able to visit and my grandmother took us on a tour. Even walking up to the cathedral, it is the first time I can remember actually paying attention to the architecture of a building and appreciating it. There was a magical quality throughout the entire building. This is the only cathedral like this I have ever been to. My grandmother lit a candle when we visited, which represents the intention of prayer for another person, and I loved the room where the candles were held. I would love to return here one day, as well as visit more cathedrals.
This is the church in my hometown I attended with my family growing up. The church was divided into two buildings, one where potlucks and bible studies were held, and one where the Sunday services were held. I loved attending. My mother sang in the choir and the whole church had a very traditional feel. There was plenty of natural light and beautiful paintings placed all throughout. My best friends from middle school all attended as well, so I made great memories. It was in a not-so-great part of town, so it stood out as a nice church.
