Architects Who Mastered the Modern Movement Ludwig Mies van der Rohe 🇩🇪 Born in Germany in 1886, Mies defined modern architecture with his philosophy of “less is more.” His buildings embraced open space, clarity, and industrial materials like steel and glass — setting a new standard for elegance through restraint. Walter Gropius 🇩🇪 Founder of the Bauhaus in 1919, Gropius believed architecture should unite art, craft, and technology. He helped shape modern design as a socially responsible pra