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Women Designers You Should Know Amber Asay
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5.0 • 5 Ratings
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The show that celebrates the groundbreaking contributions of women designers who have shaped the world we live in today. From graphic designers to architects, industrial designers to fashion icons, join us as we delve into the inspiring stories of the women who came before us, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. In each episode, we'll uncover the remarkable journeys of these unsung heroes, shedding light on their innovative designs, their challenges, and their triumphs. Let’s make these extraordinary women household names, ensuring that their legacies are rightfully celebrated and recognized for their profound impact on design history.
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001. Gunta Stölzl w/ Meryl Vedros
In today's episode, I’m joined by the incredible designer, Meryl Vedros, as we dive into the remarkable life Gunta Stölzl, a visionary force at the iconic Bauhaus in Germany. We uncover what it truly meant to be a woman navigating the male-dominated world of design during the early 20th century.
From her groundbreaking textile designs to her influential role as the only female master at the Bauhaus, we'll explore the enduring legacy of Gunta Stölzl and how her innovative spirit continues to inspire designers around the globe.
As the only female master of the Bauhaus, textile artist Gunta Stölzl is arguably the single most influential figure in the modern history of Western woven art. Under her leadership, the school's weaving workshop was transformed from a neglected department to one of its most successful facilities. During her tenure, she updated the focus from pictorial work to more industrial designs, introducing radical ideas from the world of modern art to weaving, and initiated experiments in materials and methods that helped shift weaving into the modern age.