Photographer’s Note
Castle Beilstein - in the eastern part of the low mountain range Westerwald - first was mentioned in 1129 and the little town around it got its municipal law already in 1321. The castle was built by an unknown noble family. Since 1341 the owners were the counts of Nassau who enlarged and fortified the castle.
In the Thirty Years' War the town privileges of Beilstein ceased and the castle became a ruin. In 1812 this ruin was sold to the people of a nearby burnt down village - by the way, for 800 guilders (also "florin" or "gulden") - in order to get building material for the reconstruction of their home.
As you can see a nearly futuristic appearing new building was integrated in the remaining historic structures some years ago - a true architectural challenge - and a nearly breathtaking sight. The building and its outbuildings today house a residential home for young handicapped persons.
In the workshop you can see a view from another angle. You also can see more old walls there - more challenges for venturous architects ;-)
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carper
(65742) 2009-01-03 0:19
very nice place Frank,
a nice winter light in it, the hard colors and shadow are very nice in it. a very nice photo.
I wish you a fine day.
regard jaap
besnard
(31114) 2009-01-03 0:21
Bonjour Frank
C'est assez curieux cet assemblage de l'ancien et du moderne mais celà s'assemble assez bien. Les architectes ont fait preuve d'audace.
Merci pour le partage et bonne journée.
Nicole
bracasha75
(22413) 2009-01-03 0:23
Halo Frank
Das ist aber 'ne kombination mein freund und das ist echt zeitlich gemischt....
Klar und gutes foto und sehr interesantes motiv
Alles gutes Frank in neues 2009 und es schtet uns noch ein schones jahr fur freundschaft
und fotos...
Bratislav
saxo042
(16316) 2009-01-03 0:24
Hi Frank,
A very interesting and definitely a different way to upgrade an old ruin. This looks like a successful renovation, and your fine picture of this remarkable castle is a good proof.
Best regards
Gunnar
mesutilgim
(37324) 2009-01-03 0:25
Guten morgen lieber Frank !
Erst einmal habe ich es kopiert (mit Erlaub) und schicke bald einem guten Freund von mir, einem Architekten; der nicht einmal duldet, dass in einem Umkreis von paar hundert metern, in der Naehe von alten Bauwerken, moderne Gebaeuden enstehen.
Hier aber hat es mich ganz und gar nicht, gestoert. Selbst die schrille blaue Farbe des Turms scheint sich irgendwie integriert zu haben. Wobei ich sagen muss dass der WS Nr 1 besser gefallen hat; alleine wegen des laublosen Geast's .
So oder so, hast Du mich wieder bereichert !
Danke schoen und ein schoenes Wochenende (gelernt was ?) .
Mfg
MESUT ILGIM
snunney
(35522) 2009-01-03 1:09
Hello Frank,
It is good to see such good use being made of what were previously ruins. The modern architecture integrates well with the old stone walls. The lovely blue sky makes a fine backdrop for the grey stones and roof. Very good natural colours and excellent clarity. Thanks for sharing.
jjcordier
(25256) 2009-01-03 1:25
Frank
Une association architecture ancienne et moderne assez osée et audacieuse mais pourquoi pas? Tu en as réalisé en tout cas une très belle photographie.
Je te souhaite une très bonne année 2009
JJ
jasmis
(51029) 2009-01-03 1:48
Glass, alumnium and ancient stone... Extraordinary set of elements...
Nevertheless interesting photo.
Regards my dear friend from frosty Slawkow.
Uhu
(7448) 2009-01-03 2:29
Rare case when modern architecture was able to do something to marvel at. Really interesting sight! And man, it was a really high wall!
Greetings from Russia! No snow, but sunny and - 15 C today!
Budapestman
(42876) 2009-01-03 2:43
Hi Frank,
Interesting and surprising architectural sight. This style is a little bit strange for my eye. The composition is superb, the colours are splendid. Thank you for sharing.
Have a nice weekend!
George
papagolf21
(56765) 2009-01-03 3:06
Bonjour, cher Frank,
C'est bien la première fois que je vois cela ! Ah ! il fallait oser, mais, après tout, il faut savoir innover et bousculer les idées reçues, et faire revivre le passé avec le présent !!!
Un grand merci pour ces images très bien réalisées entrant parfaitement dans le cadre de TE (apprendre par l'image et les notes).
Amitiés.
Ici, le froid est de rigueur, toutefois, nous avons le droit à un ciel bleu et du soleil ! alors !
holmertz
(10003) 2009-01-03 3:29
Hello Frank,
Maybe this is not unique. but it's certainly a very original way of treating old ruins. A very good and interesting picture with superb colours.
Best regards,
Gert
PixelTerror
(86861) 2009-01-03 6:07
Hallo Frank,
An interesting picture because it's a different way to present a ruined medieval castle, I've never seen something like such a modern structure on them, like it and the picture is of good quality.
E guets Neus !
JY
feather
(50168) 2009-01-03 6:12
This is very unusual architecture and a new way to deal with ruined buidings. I wonder about the expense, as it is often said it is cheaper to pull down a building and re-build, than to renovate. I can't decide what I think about it. For instance they have made the tower structure like a medieval tower, in keeping with the old castle, but used glass and what looks like plastic. Very strange and interesting. A worthy and thought-provoking post Frank.
Kath
Happy New Year!
guillaumejm
(32) 2009-01-03 7:31
Hello franck
very interesting architecture work. This picture is the best from WS for presenting the nicest aspect.
I like the blue on blue impact here and its contrast whith the stone walls.
Best whishes
JMarc
PerR
(1481) 2009-01-03 7:36
Hello Frank.
This was the most stunning renovation I've ever seen. What a great idea.
Very sharp and clear photo with a very good composition and great colours. Note and WS's are interesting too.
asajernigan
(14304) 2009-01-03 8:24
Frank,
This is an interesting blending of ancient and modern architecture. The lighting and colors are great with nice sharpness and detail. The deep blue sky provides a nice backdrop for the scene.
TFS,
Asa
claudeD
(11490) 2009-01-03 8:36
Hallo Frank,
sehr interessante Architekturaufnahme welche versucht uns zu zeigen wie man "alt" und "neu" harmonisch zusammen bringen kann.
Ich wünsche dir alles gute für das Jahr 2009 und ich will mich ganz herzlich bei dir bedanken für deine vielen Besuche auf meiner Seite...
Mit den besten Grüssen aus Luxemburg, kalt sehr kalt
Jean-Claude
Nicou
(45777) 2009-01-03 13:35
Hello Frank,
Merveilleux ce château, il mêle la modernité avec l'ancienneté, ce bleu moderne construit en complément, un mangigique image, superbe.
Bravo et amitié
Nicou
siolaw
(25834) 2009-01-03 23:35
Hi Frank,
Very interesting how they integrated this modern buildings in the old structure, and the picture quality is there to emphasize this.
Good work
Have a fine 2009!
Laurent
emjleclercq
(14524) 2009-01-03 23:56
The two styles fit surprisingly well, so congratulation to the architect, and a vnice catch for you.
All the best,
Emmanuel
rio_de_janeiro
(2012) 2009-01-04 2:08
Hallo Frank,
Gratulation for that masterpiece of sharpness, definition and colour-mangement!
Excelent and very interesting composition! Would be nice if more "ruins" were transformed that way.
I wish you noch ein Gute Neues Jahr für dich und deine Familie!
Kind regards Marque.
P.S. Would have corrected the perspective distortion a little bit and taken the whole picture trying to exclude the care, BUT that are just mere details!
Have a nice and peacful sunday.
Jakab
(3500) 2009-01-04 3:23
Hallo Frank,
eine echte Herausforderung für Architekten! Da es sich hier nicht um einen hochwertigen (demzufolge unverändert zu bewahrenden) Kulturschatz handelt, hatte der Architekt einen relative breiten Spielraum mit den Eckpfeilern Ästhetik und Brauchbarkeit. Da die Fälschung den Regeln der Ästhetik widerspricht, eine Nachahmung der alten Struktur mit modernen Materialen (z.B. eine für mittelalterlich scheinende Burg aus Stahlbeton) kommt nicht in Frage. Dann bleibt eigentlich nur eine gute Lösung: eine, den heute verwendbaren Materialen (Stahl, Beton und Glas) entsprechende Form und Struktur, die aber mit der vorhandenen Bausubstanz harmonisiert. Für mich wäre eine Harmonie der Massen schon ausreichend, das schiefe Dach ist schon ein Schritt weiter, aber völlig akzeptabel. Das enzige problematische Element für mich ist die Turmspitze, die ausschliesslich dem Zweck der Anpassung dient. Das Gesamtwerk halte doch für originell, sorgfältig und gut konzipiert.
Viele Grüße
László
lysy
(214) 2009-01-04 9:52
Hello,
Amazing climate of this photo.
Very good quality, light and colours
Good job!
Greetings Tom
Kielia
(8739) 2009-01-04 9:58
Hallo Frank,
die große Ähnlichkeit mit Koldinghus in Jütland ist augenscheinlich. Aus meiner Sicht ist dies eine hervorragende Lösung, der Ruine neues Leben einzuhauchen, auch im Blick auf die Nutzung. Tolle Farben und schönes Licht. TFS!
Liebe Grüße aus dem nasskalten Schleswig-Holstein (es schneit gerade und ich muss morgen früh wieder ins Büro fahren...)
Harriet
CRATEOS
(7274) 2009-01-04 12:09
first time i see recreation inside the older status with this ...mixture way...usually the archaeological office never gives permission for this fact...you now why...it is strange for me to give my opinion for this one conversation is more logical to have one conclusion..but you give a super icon of this saturation Franky thank you for this my friend ...is a astonish presentation ....my rgrds file moy
edal
(6601) 2009-01-04 12:32
Hallo Frank,
I see that while we struggled through snow, rain and fog in Italy at the end of the year, you've had brilliant weather in Germany.
Your photo is an admirable example of ancient and modern architecture merged in perfect agreement. Wonderful colors and enviable sharpness of your capture make it one of the best photo achievements on TE for this year.
Friendly regards,
Anton
jafadabret
(40369) 2009-01-04 23:35
Bonjour Frank.
Certains ont dû crier contre ce mariage de deux architectures mais je trouve qu'ils ont eu tort. La nouvelle architecture met en valeur l'ancienne de belle façon. La photo est bien composée et se trouve parée de très belles couleurs.
Jacques
Thomas-Gast64
(834) 2009-01-05 13:52 [Comment]
vinicio
(22428) 2009-01-07 2:32
Very interesting work, I much like when old ruins are used again.
Beautiful and interesting report Frank, compliments.
Have a nice 2009
Ciao
Vinicio
Photo Information
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Copyright: Frank Kaiser (Buin)
(38310) - Genre: Places
- Medium: Color
- Date Taken: 2008-12-28
- Categories: Architecture
- Exposure: f/5.6, 1/100 seconds
- More Photo Info: view
- Map: view
- Photo Version: Original Version, Workshop
- Theme(s): Castles and Ruins [view contributor(s)]
- Date Submitted: 2009-01-03 0:16
- Favorites: 2 [view]
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