Abstract
This study aims to discuss an architectural phenomenon which occurred mainly in Nouthern Germany as a part of the German expressionism movement in early 20th century and to position it in the modern architectural history. The paper comprises five chapters : (1) Introduction, (2) Worpswede Kunstlerkolonie, (3) Personal history of B. Hoetger (1874〜1949), and Northern German Expressionism observed in his works. (4) Conclusion. Kunstlerkolonie was built in Worpswede in 1897. Hoetger joined the colony in 1914 and played a significant role. He left 16 works such as "the second house", "Cafe Worpswede" and "Haus Atlantis". It should be noted that Hoetger created unique and unparalleled architecture of German Expressionism closely related to the local culture by taking the traditional style of local houses in Niedersachsen and the Northern European mythology, the heritage of ancient Germanic race.
