Villa Becker, Villa auf der Wilferdinger Höhe im Nordwesten von Pforzheim. Seit 1985 Logenhaus der Freimaurerloge Reuchlin i.O. Pforzheim
Villa Becker is a residential villa built in 1913 in Pforzheim that features traditional European architecture with distinctive yellow walls that stand out from neighboring houses. The structure sits on a hillside location with clean-lined windows and doors typical of early 20th century design.
The house was built in 1913 and later named after Wilhelm Becker, a jewelry maker who purchased it in the 1920s and made it his residence. In 1945 it temporarily served as city hall when other municipal buildings were damaged, and Freemasons acquired and restored the structure between 1983 and 1989.
Villa Becker has served as a meeting place for the Reuchlin Freemasons lodge since 1985 and hosts cultural events for the community. The building demonstrates how historical structures can be adapted to support local gatherings and organizational life.
The building sits on a hillside along Wilferdinger Strasse in northwest Pforzheim and is easily accessible on foot. Interior access depends on scheduled events and activities, so checking ahead for cultural programs or meeting times is advisable before planning a visit.
The house has been partially painted black as an art project, creating a stark contrast with its original yellow walls and sparking public debate about how to treat protected historical buildings. This artistic intervention has transformed it into a symbol of the tension between contemporary creative expression and traditional heritage preservation.
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