So the Prairie Style Architecture that Wright featured: low, sweeping roof lines and large overhangs with many windows. He had massive brick or stone fireplaces in the center of the house. His rooms were very open, one leading into another. Angled ceilings (tray ceilings we call them today) creating visual space are the beginnings of the modern day 'open floor plan'. Wright also designed homes with carports (before most people had a car) which eventually led to the massive garages Midwesterners love so much today.
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$2,195,000 Palos Park, IL Replica of Robie House, built in 2006 with 4600 square feet, 4BR's 4.5BA's, 1 Fireplace, 4 car garage. 2.5 acre lot. Info |
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$399,900 Chicago, IL Built in 1915 designed by John VanBergen, Wright's understudy. 4BR's 2BA's, 1 Fireplace, 2 car garage, Maids quarters, Chicago Historical Landmark, 2151 square feet. (Chicago Magazine on VanBergen) Info Tour |
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$1,495,000 St. Charles, IL Built in 2004 with 110' on the Fox River, 7700 square feet, 5BR's 5BA's, 3 Fireplaces, 5 car garage, 1.9 acres, don't forget the pool & the private pier! Info Tour |
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$895,000 Johnsburg, IL Built in 1983 with 178' on Pistakee Bay, 4800 square feet, 4BR's 3BA's, 4 Fireplaces, 5 car garage, 1.21 acres, pool & private pier! Info Tour |
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$895,000 Lakewood, IL Built in 1995 with 5160 square feet, 4BR's 5BA's, 2 Fireplaces, 3 car garage, pool, across from Crystal Lake. Info |
Frank Lloyd Wright thruout Oak Park IL
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A classic compilation and wonderful reminder of a truly unique architectural style and inspiration. I was fortunate to see Falling Water in PA and the experience was priceless.
Lyn,
You're doing a great job of keeping Frank's memory alive!
Great photos and post!
Patricia
Patricia: These were a few more that I saw that needed a mention when I was doing the other post.
Emily: I have yet to see Falling Water.
Oh you are so lucky to have those homes in your neighborhood, I am soooo jealous.
What a cool selection of Wright inspired homes! I like the examplss that lean more toward the mid-century look!