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UPDATE: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Sondern-Adler House for Sale by No-Reserve Auction

The Kansas City, Missouri, home, once listed at $1.6 million, will now be sold in a no-reserve auction.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Jul 29, 2019

Willey House Stories Part 15 – Trading Drama for Poetry

Every house has stories to tell, particularly if the house was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. Some stories are familiar. Some are even true. Some, true or not, have been lost to time, while others are yet to be told. Steve Sikora, owner of the Malcom Willey House, continues his exploration of the home and its influence on architecture and society.

Steve Sikora | Jul 25, 2019

Living with Nature: Geothermal Energy

As the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation embraces more sustainable, innovative practices in our preservation work and beyond, we’re sharing some of these methods, and providing some tips on how you can incorporate these practices into your own home and life. Here, we discuss the topic of geothermal energy and share how we’ve harnessed it from the Earth to cool and heat Taliesin.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Jul 23, 2019

Imagining the Future Through Frank Lloyd Wright’s Work

Frank Lloyd Wright’s ideas were often ahead of their time and in turn served as inspiration for many creators of futuristic, science-fiction films. This influence that Wright had, which can be seen in popular films including Gattaca, Star Wars, and more, is a testament to the visionary he was.

Tierney Hamilton, Marin Cultural Association | Jul 19, 2019

UPENN Students Uncover History at Taliesin West through Preservation Research

Earlier this year, two students in the historic preservation program at PennDesign, University of Pennsylvania’s Design School, conducted in-depth, on-site research on the historic preservation of Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home and desert laboratory in Scottsdale, Arizona. Here they share some of their findings and what they took away from the experience.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Jul 15, 2019

In the News: Inscription of Eight Wright Buildings to UNESCO World Heritage List

In early July, eight Frank Lloyd Wright buildings were officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. With this exciting announcement, there was great coverage from dozens of news outlets.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Jul 15, 2019

Search, Discover, Apply

Frank Lloyd Wright’s designs were made to be of their surroundings. Wright always considered the existing architecture in his design, while still maintaining his unique principles and aesthetic. In this activity, you’ll be working with three examples of architecture to examine how Wright sought underlying patterns to design a building that was uniquely his own, while still respecting the history of the site.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Jul 12, 2019

National Endowment for the Humanities: “Bring Shovels and Violins”

In a recent article, the magazine of the National Endowment for the Humanities, explored the history of Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home and desert laboratory, and how its traditions continue to thrive today.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Jul 11, 2019

Taliesin West Board Room Preservation Uncovers Earlier Construction Efforts

In part two of this series, Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation Taliesin West Preservation Manager Emily Butler continues to dissect the process of the preservation of Taliesin West’s Board Room, and how the team is utilizing innovative technologies to embrace the Board Room’s rich history, as well as uncover new details of the historic space.

Emily Butler | Jul 10, 2019

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