Frank Lloyd Wright

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This extraordinary book showcases thirty-eight significant buildings designed by America's premier architect, spanning from his early Prairie work in the 1890s to his innovative creations of the 1940s and 1950s. Featuring new photographs by leading architectural photographers under co-editor David Larkin's direction, iconic structures like the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and Fallingwater, along with Wright's homes—Taliesin, Taliesin West, and the Oak Park Home and Studio—are presented in a fresh light. Lesser-known residences, such as Auldbrass Plantation, the William H. Winslow house, and the Kenneth Laurent house, are vividly depicted, revealing dimensions of Wright's work that are often overlooked. Public buildings like the Marin County Civic Center and Beth Sholom Synagogue highlight Wright's engineering prowess alongside his creative vision. The book also addresses demolished structures, including the Larkin Company Administration Building and Midway Gardens, through drawings and archival photographs. Each building is presented from conceptual sketches to finished works, accompanied by in-depth essays detailing their development. Extensive quotes from Wright's writings and private letters provide valuable insights into his thought process for each commission. This comprehensive volume offers an unparalleled exploration of Wright's architectural legacy.