Walter Gropius (1883–1969) was a German architect and founder of the Bauhaus School, one of the most influential movements in modern design and architecture. Born in Berlin, he studied architecture in Munich and Berlin before establishing his practice. In 1919, he founded the Bauhaus in Weimar, emphasizing the integration of art, craft, and technology. Gropius’s designs, like the Bauhaus Dessau building, showcased functionalism, simplicity, and the innovative use of modern materials. Emigrating to the U.S. in 1937, he taught at Harvard and co-founded The Architects Collaborative (TAC). His legacy endures as a pioneer of modernism and architectural education.