Czech-New Zealand architect Henry Kulka, a man who spread modernist ideals halfway around the world, is celebrated in Giles Reid and Mary Gaudin’s richly illustrated monograph
The Moravian-born Jewish architect worked alongside one of the titans of proto-modernist thought, Adolf Loos, eventually becoming his practice partner and collaborator. Kulka was one of the driving forces in Loos’ practice, along with his wife, who was the practice manager.As well as working on the Raumplan Villa for the dancer Josephine Baker, he was almost wholly responsible for the design of the 1929 Khuner house in Austria.
He eventually ended up in New Zealand, where he began a new chapter, adapting his rigorous architecture to the local climate and conditions. Kulka’s craftsmanship is evident in all his works. He was especially focused on wooden interiors and furniture, with built-in cabinetry and panelling, giving a unified interior composition for every room.
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