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The end of the first quarter of the 21st century is increasingly dominated—also in the field of architecture—by specialists: architectural design has become a complex, additive process built on the knowledge of multiple disciplines and specialized designers, and in order to remain recognizable, architects themselves identify with a particular singularity of creative expertise. Today, distinct professional knowledge, a specific design attitude, methodology, and a strongly articulated character are required, along with a narrative—even a myth—that becomes visible on social media. Architects of a quieter disposition and more gently formed buildings are less in the spotlight in this intense environment, but this does not mean that they do not exist; on the contrary, within professional circles these creators are often among the most inspiring. The present book brings us closer to the thinking of one such quiet yet distinctive architect, Mihály Balázs—recipient of the Kossuth Prize, the Ybl Prize, and the Prima Primissima Award—through a curated selection of his personal writings, photographs, and works. The book was edited by Krisztina Somogyi and Dániel Ritter; graphic design by Ákos Polgárdi.