Aziza Ibragimova VIC3400—Visual Design for Globalized Media Assignment 1—Design Principles Analysis Essay Module 1, Assigned Week of 01/08/24 B The Bauhaus Dessau is an iconic work of design that has left a lasting impact on the field of architecture and design. Located in Dessau, Germany, the Bauhaus Dessau is a building complex designed by Walter Gropius, the founder of the Bauhaus movement. It consists of multiple buildings, including a school, workshops, and housing units. The goal of the message behind the Bauhaus Dessau was to showcase the principles of the Bauhaus design philosophy, which focused on bringing together art, craft, and technology in an integrated manner. One principle of design that the art director of this work chose to apply to enhance the goal of the message is the principle of simplicity. The principle of simplicity can be seen in the clean lines, minimalistic aesthetic, and geometric forms of the Bauhaus Dessau. In the assigned videos, it is evident that the art director deliberately chose simplicity as a design principle to enhance the message of the work. By using simple and clear designs, the Bauhaus Dessau appeals to a wider audience, as it is easy to
