Step into the vibrant world of Taut’s Home. This isn’t just a house it’s a living museum. A testament to the genius of Bruno Taut. This unique end-terrace house is part of the Hufeisensiedlung estate. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site. Taut designed the estate. His home remains the only one where his original colour scheme survives.
Imagine the meticulous restoration. The original tile stoves still warm the rooms. Furnishings are either original or 1930s reproductions. The front garden is a perfect recreation of Taut’s original design. Taut’s Home is a remarkable example of Bauhaus Modernism. It’s a small house with a big story.
The Hufeisensiedlung itself is a horseshoe-shaped complex. It covers 28 hectares. Built between 1925 and 1930 it’s a stunning example of public housing. It demonstrates a unique blend of artistic individuality and serial construction. The architects Martin Wagner and Leberecht Migge also contributed to the project’s design.
Taut’s influence was huge. He designed around 12000 flats many of which are listed monuments. Over 3500 even have UNESCO World Heritage status. That makes him arguably the most important architect in early 20th century Berlin housing construction. Only Le Corbusier Walter Gropius and Frank Lloyd Wright have a comparable World Heritage presence.
Taut’s Home offers a unique opportunity. Guests can experience design history firsthand. The house sleeps up to four. It features a meticulously restored interior. Strong cornflower blue dark red muted green and various shades of grey white and warm yellow are the colours you will find in the rooms. The furnishings are original or historically accurate.
The kitchen is a replica of a GEHAG kitchen designed by Taut. Modern appliances are discreetly hidden behind period doors. The red magnesite flooring is another restored original feature. The living room features original furniture from the Weimar Republic and some Bauhaus classics. The original tiled stoves provide a unique touch of historical authenticity.
Even the windows have stories to tell. The paint layers reveal the house’s history. The owners used period-appropriate paints. They painstakingly restored every detail. The large folding bed is a re-interpretation of a 1927 model. The sofa in the yellow room is inspired by a Bauhaus Dessau design.
The garden designed by Leberecht Migge is another highlight. It includes fruit trees herbaceous borders and a rose hedge. Taut’s Home is much more than a place to stay. It is a journey into the past. A chance to appreciate a truly special piece of architectural and design history. It’s a small space with a powerful story. A story that deserves to be shared. A story that you are experiencing right here at Taut’s Home.