Heinz Bienefeld (1926-1995) was a singular figure in twentieth-century German architecture. His work, as focused as it is exquisite, is remarkable for the unique way in which it synthesised tradition and modernity. Among Bienefeld´s masterworks are Babanek and Kühnen, two houses that are examined in detail in this publication.Bienefeld´s distinct approach, which he developed in fierce opposition to the prevailing spirit of the times, is a source of fascination to the architectural photographer Klaus Kinold and the architecture writer Wilfried Wang: his ground plans were based on classical models such as Vitruvius and Palladio, he had a passion for measure and proportion, and he was devoted to the smallest details of craftsmanship and the pursuit of beauty. In his text on the Architect of Silence , Wang also discusses Bienefeld´s close relationships with his predominantly private clients.

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