Hermann Muthesius

Hermann Muthesius was a German architect and design reformer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He advocated for improved standards in architecture, interior design, and craftsmanship, emphasizing functionality and quality. Muthesius supported the idea that production methods, craftsmanship, and design should work together to create well-made, elegant, and modern homes and buildings. His influence helped shape the German Werkbund movement, promoting collaboration between artists, architects, and industry to elevate German design. Overall, he played a key role in modernizing architecture and fostering national pride through better design practices.