German Design

In Germany, interior design has been an unimportant part of their homes. Unlike houses in Italy or the United States, German homes focus on the structure and functional factors rather than how the inside looks. Even in recent years, "interior designers" are trained as industrial designers and architects. It is not uncommon to create your own home design.

Erik Hofstetter and Gisbert Pöppler showcased art pieces and furniture from various places to spread interior design in Germany. They are trying to get people to stray from the traditional industrial design that has defined their country for decades.

Personally, I find what they are trying to do as remarkable. Some may find the effort futile, but I think it is taking a huge leap in the right direction. Braving the possibly harsh opinions of their fellow traditional designers is not an easy step.

In the pictures below, you will find the pieces they showcased at their exhibition they called "Between Time". My favorite part is the chandeliers in the dining room. I wish there was a better picture of it, but I can still envision how it would look in real life. Especially during the day, I can picture the light bouncing off the glass.

In my last blog post about French design, I mentioned the stone walls in that particular house. My love for the rustic feel of using natural materials for walls includes the beautiful brick in this home. Although it has nothing to do with the furnishings or art pieces, I still find it one of the best parts of the rooms.

Check out the original post here. :) I found myself intrigued by the history of German design and how it has evolved through the years. 

Works Cited

Sevcenko, Melanie. " German interior design reinvents itself". Deutsche Welle. 9 Nov. 
     2014. Web. 12 Nov. 2014. 
     <http://www.dw.de/german-interior-design-reinvents-itself/a-17082509>.