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As architecture increasingly became digitized, Heinz Bienefeld (1926-1995) remained analog. Guest editor Wilfried Wang, presents original drawings from 5 projects and conversations visiting them with Bienefeld’s son Nikolaus.

Bienefeld was known to design through a series of drawing scales, starting small and conceptual, then getting client approval at a medium level. Finally, details would be worked out in charcoal at his favorite scale of 1:10, then transferred by pencil and ink. Some of the drawings would be painted, giving the impression of paintings.

These designs were frequently discussed with the craftsmen who would work on the project. Their input led to the construction of special, customized details unique to the structure. He favored building methods that proved long lasting, delivering projects that would serve multiple generations of users.

Text in English and Japanese.

Contents:
Introduction: Heinz Bienefeld – Drawing Collection – Wilfried Wang; Essay: Modern Interpretations of Classical Ideals – Five Buildings by Heinz Bienefeld – Wilfried Wang; Wilhelm Nagel House; Parish Church of St. Willibrord; Parish Church of St. Bonifatius; Heinze-Manke House; Essay: Sketches – Notes on the Four-Year-Long Project for the Heinze-Manke House – Norbert Heinze; Babanek House; Essay: A Silent Master Builder – Hansjörg Göritz; Chronological List of Projects by Heinz Bienefeld.