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Concerning the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum

When Frank Lloyd Wright designed the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, he was compelled by what he believed the building could be. 60 years after the museum first opened, we reflect on Wright’s persistence, passion, and vision that made this architectural icon possible.

Frank Lloyd Wright | Oct 21, 2019

An Autobiography in Wood and Stone

Taliesin, Wright’s summer home in rural Wisconsin, has an interesting and somewhat tumultuous history. As the years went on, Wright rebuilt the structure and experimented with architecture, creating a truly unique work that tells a story.

Keiran Murphy | Oct 9, 2019

Willey House Stories Part 16 – A Red By Any Other Name

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 | Sep 23, 2019

Frank Lloyd Wright + Arizona

Frank Lloyd Wright’s connection to Arizona, the location of his personal winter home Taliesin West, runs deep, with his architectural influence seen all over the Valley. Here, PhD student David R. Richardson gives a brief overview of several of Wright’s most notable projects in the Grand Canyon state.

David R. Richardson | Sep 12, 2019

A Man 100 Years Ahead of His Time: Excerpts from the Mike Wallace Interview

In 1957, Frank Lloyd Wright appeared on the Mike Wallace Interview, a well-known television program of the late 1950s. Here we share excerpts from the interview, which give insight into Wright’s still-influential thoughts and feelings on a wide variety of topics.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Aug 20, 2019

A Life in Libretto: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Life and Art Take the Stage at Arizona Opera

Much of Frank Lloyd Wright’s life and work has intrigued people all over the world, but the period of his life from 1903 to 1914 was especially tumultuous. In this time, Wright experienced a devastating fire, complex
relationships, and other intense hardships. Over the years, these stories have inspired books and continue to fascinate Wright fans.

This September, Wright’s life and work are taking the stage at Arizona Opera.

Emily Balli | Aug 6, 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

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

Eight Frank Lloyd Wright Sites Inscribed on UNESCO World Heritage List

The inscription of a collection of eight Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings marks the first modern architecture designation on the UNESCO World Heritage List in the United States.

Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation | Jul 7, 2019