Brigitte Hartwig

Brigitte Hartwig is a Professor of Communication Design at the Department of Design, Anhalt University of Applied Sciences in Dessau. Her work bridges information design, brand development, and public space design, with a focus on pragmatic, community-oriented projects.

• Education:
  • Visual Communication, FH Darmstadt (Mathildenhöhe)
  • Exhibition Design & New Media, UdK Berlin (University of the Arts)

Her research emphasizes urban design and community engagement, exemplified by the VorOrt Project – a student-led initiative transforming Dessau through design offices, community gardens, and cultural interventions. She advocates for designers as co-creators rather than passive recipients of commissions.

Publications highlight trends in design documentation, city-campus integration, and sustainable urban interventions, reflecting her hands-on approach to blending pedagogy with real-world impact.

Scientific Awards: No specific honors mentioned in the provided text.

Teaching & Mentorship: She instills confidence in students to navigate competitive markets, promoting pragmatic design and self-initiated projects.

Labs & Teams: Leads the VorOrt Project, fostering collaborations between students, local citizens, and institutions to reimagine Dessau as a living laboratory.