publication , the Atlas has come to occupy a key place within graphic design history . The exhibit , which can also be viewed in other Aspen Meadows campus locations , is a collaboration with art historian Benjamin Benus , Associate Professor at Loyola University New Orleans and Bayer expert Bernard Jazzar .
Born out of Walter Paepcke ’ s vision to create a cultural utopia , Bayer supported the growth of modern Aspen , says Ballinger on the artist ’ s work upon his arrival to Aspen in 1946 . “ The connection between the Bauhaus and a ski town is a unique correlation that isn ’ t replicated anywhere else in any ski town in the world period ,” says Ballinger .
Though the Aspen Institute is dedicated to preserving Bayer ’ s legacy , showcasing Bauhaus-inspired architecture and exterior sculptures , Bayer ’ s work can be viewed all around Aspen . His work includes iconic posters and pamphlets — Bayer was commissioned by Paepcke to promote Aspen — to designing the first Sundeck on top of Aspen Mountain , and completing renovations of the Hotel Jerome and the Wheeler Opera House .
“ He helped to support the growth of Aspen as we know it today — a cultural hub ,” says Ballinger .
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ASPEN MEADOWS RESORT Set on 40 beautiful acres surrounded by picturesque mountain views , Aspen Meadows Resort is a secluded sanctuary where nature integrates with art . The original home of the Aspen Institute and the birthplace of the Aspen Idea ( a balance of mind , body , and spirit ), the resort brings Aspen ’ s past and present to life with ongoing special programs , unique art and history , and ample access to the outdoors and mountain recreation . Part of the Salamander Collection , Aspen Meadows has undergone a multi-million-dollar renovation project to upgrade all guest rooms — 98 all-suite accommodations .
Aspen Meadows is rich in art , architectural and cultural significance . In the early 1950s , Walter Paepcke , the founder of the Institute , commissioned Bayer to transform farmland into a secluded destination where visitors could take a step back from their hurried lives and reflect upon a variety of important issues they faced . Describing the